To ask the Secretary of State for Justice how many cases the legal services ombudsman has dealt with in each of the last five years; how many of these have found in favour of the individual making the complaint; and if he will make a statement. (240550)

In 2004, 1,327 reports were issued—502 were in favour of the complainant.

In 2005, 1,928 reports were issued—634 were in favour of the complainant.

In 2006, 1,866 reports were issued—578 were in favour of the complainant.

In 2007, 1,777 reports were issued—555 were in favour of the complainant.

In 2008 (up to 30 November 2008), 1,820 reports were issued of which 512 were in favour of the complainant.