Written questions

Juries: Allowances

Commons · Question 900017 · Tabled 13 May 2026 · Ministry of Justice · Official record

Answered 19 May 2026

Question

Asked by Tessa Munt

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of levels of expenses rates for people undertaking jury service.

Answer

Answered by Jake Richards, 19 May 2026

The Government recognises the important civic duty undertaken by jurors and is committed to ensuring they feel supported throughout their service. Jurors can claim travel, subsistence, and loss of earnings or additional care costs. All support provided to...