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Recommendation 83
83
Deferred
Paragraph: 213
Review the implementation and impact of CPS DG6 guidance with stakeholders.
Recommendation
Now that DG6 has been in place for almost three years, we recommend the CPS review its implementation and impact, consulting stakeholders before proposing changes that will better reflect an appropriate balance between the need for effective early investigation and proportionality in resource consumption. We understand that there is already “work ongoing” in this area, and that the piece of work we recommend here may now come under the auspices of the Independent Review of Disclosure and Fraud Offences.
Government Response Summary
The government states the Independent Review of Disclosure and Fraud Offences, which began on 12 October, will assess the relevant legal framework and disclosure guidelines, and consider modifications to improve the regime.
Paragraph Reference:
213
Government Response
Deferred
HM Government
Deferred
113. The Independent Review of Disclosure and Fraud Offences commenced on 12 October. The terms of reference state that the Review will assess the operation of the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996 and the Attorney General’s Guidelines on Disclosure. The Review will consider legislative and non-legislative modifications that could improve the regime. 114. The Chair of Review will meet with a range of interested parties, including the CPS, to examine the application of the regime and all relevant underpinning processes.