criminal justice system
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‘Overwhelmed’ justice system failing victims of crime, CPS chief warns
The criminal justice system is “overloaded”, with a shortage of barristers worsening lengthy delays that damage both victims and defendants,…
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‘Vital’ appointment of new Victims Commissioner delayed by government because ‘timing not appropriate’
The appointment of the “vital” Victims’ Commissioner for England and Wales has been delayed by several months after the government…
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Barristers vote for all-out strike set to cripple crown courts in England and Wales
Criminal defence barristers are to go on an all-out strike from next week, bringing the majority of crown court cases…
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