Analysis and Comment
'Having watched the PAC hearing, I'm beginning to understand why the MoJ was so relaxed about ignoring independent advice about ALS, and not bothering to stress-test their capabilities'
'With two ongoing parliamentary inquiries into the failed contract, it is to be hoped that the extent and volume of information that was provided by interpreters and ignored by the MoJ will be revealed'
'Are these the actions of a competent, accountable government department which is careful to ensure that procurement contracts run smoothly, that taxpayers' money is spent wisely in a sector where the cost of disruption can be huge, and that requests for information are dealt with transparently and promptly?'
'Now is the time to show our appreciation and unite behind all those people who have worked so hard to get us to this point'