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Justice Secretary Urges Bold Reforms to Combat Court Backlogs, Calls on Sir Brian Leveson for Independent Review

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London, United Kingdom — The effectiveness of the justice system in the UK depends not only on increased funding, according to Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood, but also on transformative strategies to alleviate mounting case backlogs. During an address at the Lord Mayor’s annual dinner for judges, Mahmood emphasized that without innovative approaches, delays in delivering justice could become chronic. To tackle these issues, Mahmood has enlisted Sir Brian Leveson, a former head of criminal justice, to conduct an independent review of the criminal courts. This review aims to propose significant reforms that could ease the … Read more

Labour Leader Sir Keir Starmer Advocates for Legal Representation Amidst Controversy Surrounding His Past Clients

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LONDON – Keir Starmer, leader of the Labour Party, defended his legal career and the importance of legal representation during a recent interview. In a testy exchange on an online show hosted by The Sun’s political editor Harry Cole, Starmer addressed accusations that he had defended criminals and terrorists during his time as a lawyer. The interview, titled “Never Mind The Ballots,” marked the debut episode of the newspaper’s new online show. Cole took the opportunity to revisit an article he had written in January, which accused Starmer of aiding “baby-killers and axe murderers” in … Read more