Written evidence submitted to Justice Select Committee inquiry on Pre-recorded Cross-examination

The Committee will hear of complications with the implementation of s. 28.... However, many of these issues are caused or exacerbated by systemic issues affecting the Criminal Justice System.... Conditions for the expansion and roll-out of s. 28 were certainly problematic, but they should not be used as reasons to withhold, restrict or downgrade the s. 28 procedure.... With investment, careful planning and design, issues with s. 28 can be addressed. Specialist courts may be an effective way of channeling resources where they are most needed in this regard.