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UK politics
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Judge says it remains his 'expectation' that Jeffrey Donaldson trial begins on May 26

Proceedings against Jeffrey and Eleanor Donaldson are delayed due to her medical issues, with a trial expected to start on May 26 if assessments are satisfactory.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

Crown court backlog in England and Wales hits new record of almost 80,000 cases

Crown court backlog in England and Wales reached nearly 80,000 cases, extending trial waits to as long as four years.
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 months ago

Sean Diddy' Combs trial takes day off due to juror's illness

Prosecutors say Combs used his fame and power in the music industry, along with violence and money, to coerce girlfriends for nearly two decades to submit to sexual performances.
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UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 year ago

Here's a radical way to save England's collapsing justice system: get rid of juries | Simon Jenkins

The antiquated British judicial system is causing severe delays in trials, particularly for sexual offences, raising concerns about justice and fairness.
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