Convictions for Joint Enterprise: Racial Disparities

Part of Justice – in the House of Commons at on 10 January 2023.

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Photo of Kate Osamor Kate Osamor Labour/Co-operative, Edmonton

I thank the Minister for his response but research by the Centre for Crime and Justice Studies suggests that the doctrine of joint enterprise is routinely applied in a racist way leading to many miscarriages of justice. Assessing why it disproportionately targets ethnic minority communities, especially young black men, is only the first step; what is needed is urgent action. Will the Minister tell us what he is doing to right historical wrongs and prevent future miscarriages of justice due to joint enterprise?