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New Lord Chancellor pledges 'ambitious' action on court backlog
Original: New Lord Chancellor pledges to be 'ambitious' in cutting crown court backlog https://www.standard.co.uk/news/crime/lord-
The UK's new Lord Chancellor has pledged to be 'ambitious' in cutting the crown court backlog, one of the justice system's most pressing problems. Ellie Reeves takes on the role alongside Andy Slaughter as Attorney General, with the courts facing record delays in criminal trials.
Why now: The appointment of a new Lord Chancellor raises expectations about how the government will tackle England's record crown court delays.
Ellie ReevesAndy SlaughterUK Ministry of JusticeCrown Court
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