Crime, civil law, justice and rights

Eliminating domestic abuse is on the agenda in Lords debates. Catch up

The Act was introduced to address the legacy of the Troubles and promote reconciliation, however its compatibility with the ECHR was challenged in legal proceedings

Justice Committee Chair Andy Slaughter MP comments on the Justice Secretary’s written statement on the 10-year Prison Capacity Strategy and Annual Statement

The cross-party committee of MPs, chaired by Labour MP Andy Slaughter, concludes that Ms Lappin meets the criteria for the position and endorses her appointment

On Thursday 12 December in Westminster Hall, MPs will hold a debate on Disability History Month.

Members discuss consequences of shop theft on workers, the community and local economies. Catch up

Stephen Parkinson, Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) and Head of the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) will take questions from the Justice Committee

Members discuss legal framework as 'bedrock of democracy'. Catch up

On Thursday 28 November in the Chamber, MPs will hold a debate on freedom of religion in Pakistan.

The Justice Committee launches its first new inquiry of the Parliament entitled ‘Rehabilitation and resettlement: ending the cycle of reoffending’

Members discuss inquest reports on the June 2017 London tenement fire. Catch up

The President of the Courts of England and Wales and Head of the Judiciary of England and Wales, will take questions from the Justice Committee

Call for evidence launched for inquiry into prison governance, leadershp and staffing

On Thursday 21 November in the Chamber, MPs will hold a debate on International Men’s Day.

On Thursday 21 November in the Chamber, MPs will hold a debate on strategic lawsuits against public participation and freedom of speech.