The tenth anniversary of the Modern Slavery Act 2015
A general debate on the tenth anniversary of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 is scheduled to take place in the House of Commons Chamber on 27 March 2025.
Documents to download
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Private prosecutions (120 KB , PDF)
This note provides an overview of the right of a private individual to bring a criminal prosecution. It also outlines some of the procedural safeguards to prevent misuse of this right, including the need to obtain consent to prosecute certain offences and the ability of the Director of Public Prosecutions to take over private prosecutions. It includes a discussion of recent attempts to bring private prosecutions in respect of alleged war crimes.
Documents to download
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Private prosecutions (120 KB , PDF)
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Debate on prevention of drugs deaths
A debate has been scheduled in Westminster Hall at 1.30pm on 27 March on prevention of drugs deaths. The subject for the debate has been chosen by the Backbench Business Committee, and the debate will be opened by Jim Shannon MP.
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Miscarriage of justice compensation
There will be a Westminster Hall debate on miscarriage of justice compensation on 19 March 2025. The debate will be opened by Ben Lake MP.
