Question to the Ministry of Justice:

To ask His Majesty's Government what welfare support is provided to those who have completed jury service on cases that include traumatic evidence of physical or mental harm to others.

The Government wants to help jurors feel supported as they undertake this important civic duty. Those suffering distress as a result of their service are provided with guidance advising them to access services through their GP or the NHS 111 National Mental Health Helpline. We are also currently running a pilot to test the need for enhanced support through end-of-trial interventions, enhanced support and training for Jury Officers, and a Juror Support Helpline offering up to six counselling sessions.

The test began in October last year in 15 courts and will conclude at the end of March. The results will be evaluated to help assess long term support needs for jurors.