Lord Thomas of Cwmgiedd, who was Lord Chief Justice between 2013 and 2017, has praised Alex's new Law to make it easier for members of the public to secure the financial backing of third parties when launching complex claims against wealthy corporations.
The new legislation makes it easier for members of the public to secure funding for their legal fights against powerful companies – such as those caught up in the Horizon scandal.
Speaking in the House of Lords, Lord Thomas said:
"My Lords, I also welcome the Bill. It is an enormous achievement of the Lord Chancellor. We ought to be grateful that he has recognised that there is a serious problem that needs to be addressed quickly and has brought forward this Bill."