Non-Payment Of Small Fines

67.

Mr. Newens
asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will introduce legislation to reduce the maximum term of imprisonment which may be imposed by the courts for non-payment of small fines.

72.

Mr. Patrick Jenkin
asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether he will introduce legislation to reduce the maximum term of imprisonment which may be imposed by courts for the non-payment of small fines.

Miss Bacon
Yes, when a suitable opportunity for legislation occurs.