LAW CENTRES

Early day motion 274, tabled 17 July 1997 by Martin Linton (Labour). Signed by 128 members.

That this House urges the Lord Chancellor to recognise the work of law centres over the past two decades and in particular the work of law centres in creating a safety net for people who cannot afford to employ a solicitor but whose legal needs have not been met by the legal aid system; and urges him to strive to extend the availability of this service throughout the country.

Signatures by party: Labour 107, Liberal Democrat 14, Labour/Co-operative 5, Plaid Cymru 2.