Mary Henry (Independent)

The text of section 33 makes it clear that it is not aimed at people who are seriously psychiatrically ill, so that would not arise. As stated earlier, mental illness can be episodic. It would be so much easier for the people to whom I refer, particularly before the advent of a trial, to be in a position to give evidence by video link. Video link evidence is a good development and that is why I stated that I was pleased that it was extended to children.