Caroline Lucas (Brighton, Pavilion) (Green): What recent discussions he has had with the Crown Prosecution Service on the case of Babar Ahmad. [87246]
UK-US extradition often works quicker from the US to the UK than vice versa, says the former judge who reviewed the controversial treaty.
A full transcript of the debate can be found on the Hansard website here.
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The Free Babar Ahmad campaign is encouraging supporters to contact their MPs to ensure they attend the full parliamentary debate on extradition that has been listed for Monday 5 December 2011 and vote to change the law.
Westminster Hall debate on extradition - 24/11/11. Chris Byrant MP says that a proper debate is required on Babar Ahmad in the main chamber.
Westminster Hall debate on extradition - 24/11/11. Caroline Lucas MP speaks about Babar's arrest and the fact he sustained at least 73 injuries. She also highlights the fact that the CPS has admitted for the first time it was never given the evidence that was sent to the US apart from a "few documents".
Westminster Hall debate on extradition - 24/11/11. Charlie Elphicke MP describes how he has found the US-UK extradition treaty troubling.
Westminster Hall debate on extradition - 24/11/11. Keith Vaz MP talks about looking at the extradition treaty again to see what changes can be made.