The Backbench Business Committee has agreed that on Thursday 16 September 2021 there will be a debate in the Commons Chamber on proposed reforms to the criminal justice system to better respond to families bereaved by public disasters. The debate will be led by Maria Eagle MP.
Criminal Justice Response to Public Disasters (200 KB , PDF)
This Debate Pack contains information on calls for a public advocate to support bereaved families after a public disaster. It also discusses calls for a “duty of candour” for public servants/ police officers.
Criminal Justice Response to Public Disasters (200 KB , PDF)
This paper describes the functions and powers of the Intelligence and Security Committee, which is responsible for scrutinising the UK's intelligence and security agencies. It outlines reforms to the Committee under the Justice and Security Act 2013, and summarises recent inquiries.
A Backbench Business Committee debate on ‘Consular support for British citizens’ is scheduled for Thursday 9th December in the Main Chamber. The debate will be led by Hannah Bardell MP
The Nationality and Borders Bill has been considered in Public Bill Committee and is due to have its remaining stages in the Commons on 7 and 8 December.
