Andy Burnham signals he will scrap plans to curb jury trials
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has signaled his intention to scrap plans to limit jury trials in England and Wales. Citing personal concerns related to the Hillsborough disaster, Burnham indicated a preference for maintaining current access to the justice system.
Andy Burnham was speaking during a visit to a family centre in Sheffield on Friday. Photograph: Annabel Lee-Ellis/Pool PA/AP Andy Burnham was speaking during a visit to a family centre in Sheffield on Friday. Photograph: Annabel Lee-Ellis/Pool PA/AP Trial by jury Andy Burnham signals he will scrap plans to curb jury trials Prime minister says he has concerns about one of most significant proposals from Keir Starmer’s government
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