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The government should publish, within six months, its assessment of the number and geographical distribution...
Recommendation
The government should publish, within six months, its assessment of the number and geographical distribution of duty solicitors required to provide sustainable police station and magistrates’ court coverage. Where schemes fall below that level, the Lord Chancellor should use their powers under LASPO to fund additional provision directly or through targeted contractual incentives. (Recommendation, Paragraph 37)
Source
Committee
Justice Committee
Inquiry
Access to Justice
Report
3rd Report – Access to Justice: Legal Aid
17 Jul 2026
HC 541
Addressee Bodies
Ministry of Justice
Timeline
Report published
17 Jul 2026