Source · Select Committees · Justice Committee
Recommendation 53
53
In the short term, the Ministry of Justice should reform the Legal Aid Agency’s objectives...
Conclusion
In the short term, the Ministry of Justice should reform the Legal Aid Agency’s objectives and delegated authorities so that it is responsible not only for processing applications and controlling error, but also for monitoring legal need, identifying unmet demand and securing adequate provision. The Legal Aid Agency must reduce unpaid administrative work by simplifying cost guidance, reducing unbillable work for providers, and piloting a high-trust model. (Recommendation, Paragraph 152)