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Andy Burnham pressured to safeguard jury trials after legal backlash
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The Courts and Tribunals Bill has been a subject of controversy among legal professionals due to its proposed changes to the justice system. The right to a trial by jury is a long-standing principle in the UK, enshrined in the Magna Carta, and has been a cornerstone of the country's legal framework for centuries. The Criminal Bar Association's demand for a guarantee from Andy Burnham reflects concerns that the bill's clauses could erode this fundamental right.
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Andy Burnham pressured to safeguard jury trials after legal backlash
The country’s criminal barristers have demanded an urgent guarantee from incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham to save jury trials. The Criminal Bar Association (CBA) has ramped up pressure on Burnham to officially drop “misguided” clauses in the Courts and Tribunals Bill that would curb the historic right to a trial by your peers. The controversial [...]
14 Jul, 11:00
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