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The reduction in the number of legal aid providers, both nationally and within particular areas...

Conclusion
The reduction in the number of legal aid providers, both nationally and within particular areas of law and geographical regions, is sufficient to demonstrate that legal aid service provision is insufficient. There is no evidence to suggest that demand for legally aided services has decreased in line with this reduction. (Conclusion, Paragraph 103)
Addressee Bodies
Ministry of Justice
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Report published 17 Jul 2026