Jury trials set to be scrapped except for most serious crimes
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Jury trials set to be scrapped except for most serious crimes
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"The Government is considering scrapping jury trials except in the most serious cases, according to reports. Justice Secretary David Lammy has reportedly proposed a significant overhaul of the UK's court system, suggesting that jury trials could be limited to offences such as rape, murder, and manslaughter. In a memo seen by The Times newspaper, Mr Lammy, who also serves as Deputy Prime Minister, asserted that there was "no right" to jury trials in the UK."
The Independent covers topics from reproductive rights to climate change and Big Tech, producing investigations and documentaries while keeping reporting free of paywalls. Donations fund reporters to travel and gather firsthand reporting, enabling coverage from multiple perspectives. The UK Government is reported to be considering scrapping jury trials for all but the most serious offences. Justice Secretary David Lammy has reportedly suggested limiting juries to cases such as rape, murder and manslaughter and asserted there is "no right" to jury trials in the UK. The briefing recommends judges decide less severe offences as the Government reviews court reform and backlog recommendations. A Ministry of Justice spokesperson said no final decision has been taken by government.
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