Clause 40 - Withdrawal of warrant before extradition
Extradition Bill
10:30 am
Mr John Burnett (Torridge and West Devon, Liberal Democrat)
These are straightforward amendments and I shall not detain the Committee in speaking to them. The order for discharge is empty until the person has been informed of it. The Bill should specify that the judge should inform the person as soon as practicable, as I hope the Minister will agree. The amendment is not just cosmetic; it has some force. It is important that individuals are told as soon as possible if there has been a withdrawal. The onus is on the judge and it is good practice.