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Court Crisis: 76,957 Cases Delayed by Poor Conditions
9/25/2025
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Story summary
- The Law Society reports severe court issues in England and Wales—asbestos, mould, and flooding—driving a backlog of 76,957 crown court cases.
- The backlog weakens trust in the justice system.
- 63% of solicitors faced delays from court conditions, with many cases adjourned.
- Maintenance backlogs reach £1.3 billion. The Ministry of Justice says it will address them.
