The CPS will and needs to engage in evaluation exercises on this subject with partners as part of its future working programme to assess

The hon.

I thank the hon. Gentleman for that question. I am pleased to say that the CPS is not bereft of resources.

I am grateful for my hon. Friend’s question, and we will certainly take on board what he says.

I thank my hon. Friend for that very important question.

The hon.

Prior to the covid-19 outbreak, CPS lawyers had participated in only a handful of audio and video hearings.

I do not agree with the premise of the hon. and learned Lady’s question.

Vulnerable witnesses are entitled to a range of special measures already, which are being utilised and are still in operation during this

My hon. Friend is right to ask about the backlog and I am concerned about it. It is inevitable that there will be a backlog.