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I wonder whether it would be worth discussing the latest information from SCOTS with the Executive and to raise some of the many issues that are emerging from our examination of the report.
I will clarify the matter for the member as best I can. I would not want someone to pursue a spurious legal case for the sake of usurping the role of the commissioner either, but it would be inconceivable for the Parliament to pass a bill that would undermine the legal process in this country.
Although I am sure that that will be welcomed, I have asked my officials to work with SLAB in the new year to review the overall level of fees that are payable to solicitors in civil legal aid cases, given that the new system was introduced in 2003.
It sets out a clear way forward on how we can best address any weaknesses in the process that might arise from the investigation and prosecution of such cases.
I am delighted to accept the nomination and thank my colleagues for making that possible. I will obviously do my best to ensure that the committee works as hard as possible and that we get the best results possible for the people whom we represent.This is a double pleasure for me—first, to accept the nomination and, ...
I am delighted to accept the nomination and thank my colleagues for making that possible. I will obviously do my best to ensure that the committee works as hard as possible and that we get the best results possible for the people whom we represent.This is a double pleasure for me—first, to accept the nomination and, ...