A Guardian analysis revealed that in 2023, 207 crown court trials were postponed due to prison escort failures, marking a 44% increase from the previous year.
Lawyers indicate that the rise in escort delays reflects both a cause and symptom of a dysfunctioning justice system, complicating the experience for victims and defendants alike.
Judge Mr Justice Cavanagh expressed frustration over mounting delays in court proceedings, underscoring the growing inefficiencies plaguing the judicial process.
In 2023, challenges related to transport delays were exacerbated by a significant rise in the number of prisoners held on remand, increasing stress on the justice system.
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