Speeches by Farnsworth.

“We have just heard that one of the practical challenges is that sometimes the cases where there is pre-recorded cross-examination go to the bottom of the list in the court backlog. Are there any other practical challenges to implementing section 28, particularly practical challenges during trials? What is the situation…”

“That leads me to two very different questions but both arising out of what you have just said. The first is whether those challenges with cases across court and limitations on number of barristers is having an impact negatively on the court backlog, which we know is a big problem in any event. The other is that you men…”

“Yes, I think we have really covered the whole of question 8, haven’t we? I will move on to my second question, which is looking to the future in terms of what we can learn. We have had research from the MOJ and from Professor Thomas. What research, if any, do the witnesses think should now be embarked upon within the s…”

“Are you satisfied that you will have that?”

“And the second part?”

“Thank you. That leads me on to the next question. We know that the Standing Advocate does not need to be legally qualified, but you clearly want to have a good impact on the way you deal with, treat or interact with victims and survivors. Part of that, I imagine, will be the need to explain to them legal processes that…”

“Thank you for your evidence so far. I have been really heartened to hear your determination to make sure that this office is effective; it is such an important role and an important office. I was really happy to hear you talk about truth and justice. I am just wondering what lessons you think we can take from the Hills…”

“Good afternoon. I am Linsey Farnsworth, the Member for Amber Valley and a former Crown prosecutor, and my interests are as per the register.”

“I am sure you will, thank you. That is everything from me.”

“This is my last question. You will be expected to prepare an annual report as part of the role, but I understand that you will also have the power to prepare a report at any point, at your discretion. In what circumstances might you need or want to prepare such a report?”

“This petition relates to the future of Wingfield Manor, and is presented in conjunction with Derbyshire Historic Buildings Trust. It has been signed by more than 3,000 residents of Derbyshire, and states: The petition of residents of Amber Valley and the wider Derbyshire area, Declares that the future of Wingfield Mano…”

“On the data, the FA reports that approximately 600 people regularly attempt to tailgate at matches at Wembley and other competitive games at grounds across the country. It is not the odd person every now and again; people are regularly trying, over and over again, to get into football grounds. That is why it is importa…”

“With the leave of the House, I associate myself with the tribute to the Ibrox victims given so movingly by my hon. Friend the Member for Cumbernauld and Kirkintilloch (Katrina Murray). There are many people I would like to thank for helping to get the Bill to this stage, but first I will speak about footballer, vice-ca…”

“I perhaps misspoke; my understanding is that it is to align with the football calendar rather than the start of the season. Perhaps the Minister can clarify that in due course. We are now on a countdown to the start of the football season. My husband, being a season ticket holder for Coventry City FC, is very disappoin…”

“I rise to thank the hon. Member for Christchurch (Sir Christopher Chope) for his careful consideration of my Bill, although I am somewhat saddened by his suggestion that this is a trivial matter. As he himself went on to say, we saw scenes at the Carabao cup final that were very troubling and warranted a full report fr…”

“I will make some progress, thank you. Staff at Wembley also had concerns about upcoming sold-out music events. It is clear that unauthorised entry and overcrowding could pose security and safety risks beyond football, and I hope that Parliament will consider legislation that expands the logic of the Bill to address tho…”

“I beg to move, That the Bill be now read the Third time. It is an honour to stand in the Chamber today and present this Bill for its Third Reading, particularly as a lifelong football fan. I put on record that I am a proud Everton supporter—my staff have all too gleefully reminded me that this may be the nearest thing …”

“I congratulate my hon. Friend on securing this important debate, and we can see how many people this issue affects across the country. On speeding in our communities, does he agree with my sentiments, from my time as a borough councillor in Amber Valley for Kilburn, Denby, Holbrook and Horsley, about the fantastic work…”

“We inherited a particularly drastic situation, which will not be turned around overnight. The Minister will speak on behalf of the Government, but I expect the Government to make these difficult decisions until we are in a better position. That may have to be reviewed in due course. I do not speak for the Government, b…”

“I, too, am a member of the Justice Committee. I am also a former prosecutor who worked in the criminal justice system. Today is an opportunity not only to examine the Ministry of Justice’s estimates for the coming year, but to assess whether our criminal justice system is being resourced to meet the scale of the challe…”