Member of Parliament
Sir Geoffrey Cox
Member since
05 May 2005
Bills sponsored
1
Speeches (30d)
0
Speeches (all)
347
Written questions
0
Last spoke
10 Mar 2026
Recent contributions (347)
HANSARDCourts and Tribunals BillThere has always been a summary jurisdiction—invariably never for offences of dishonesty, and invariably never for offences that might lead to the destruction of the reputation of…10 Mar 2026HANSARDCourts and Tribunals BillNot just now. I say to the House, in all conscience, that jury trial is precious. Why? It is precious because it unites all parts of the political spectrum. It is precious because…10 Mar 2026HANSARDCourts and Tribunals BillI agree entirely with the hon. Gentleman. Postmasters, postmistresses, postmen—those whose honesty and integrity are integral to their employment and who, for a breach of trust,…10 Mar 2026HANSARDCourts and Tribunals BillNo, I am not giving way. I am mindful of time and I must complete what I have to say. This is a time when not just this House but the judiciary and the courts are under attack.…10 Mar 2026HANSARDCourts and Tribunals BillI will not take interventions now, and certainly not if they are of the quality that we have had up till now. The reality is that jury trial is the cornerstone of our justice…10 Mar 2026
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