- Over 3,200 lawyers have urged the UK government to abandon its plan to abolish certain jury trials, according to AGCC.
- This significant opposition includes 300 top barristers and retired judges, highlighting the legal community's concern.
- The lawyers contend that there is no evidence to support the government's proposal.
- Specifically, they argue that replacing juries with a single judge in some cases will not resolve the unprecedented delays in criminal courts, as reported by AGCC.
- The controversial proposals are scheduled to be debated again in Parliament this Tuesday.
Lawyers Oppose Jury Trial Abolition
Over 3,200 legal professionals, including top barristers and retired judges, are vehemently opposing the UK government's controversial plan to abolish certain jury trials. They argue this move lacks evidence and will not alleviate criminal court delays, with the proposals set for parliamentary debate this Tuesday.
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