3. 2. Business Statement and Announcement

Part of the debate – in the Senedd at 2:58 pm on 7 March 2017.

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Photo of Dawn Bowden Dawn Bowden Labour 2:58, 7 March 2017

Leader of the house, there appears to be a growing trend by some to call into question the independence of our courts, tribunals and similar bodies. I’m sure you’ll agree with me, leader of the house, that the effectiveness of these bodies and the protections that they provide for citizens in this country rely on us all respecting the independent role that they play, even if we don’t like the results. Would the Welsh Government consider, therefore, making a statement that sets out the operation of the Adjudication Panel for Wales, and its independence, so that we can ensure its integrity isn’t undermined and so that the public can have confidence in the decisions it makes?