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Starmer's Plan to Limit Jury Trials Sparks Controversy

11/26/2025

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Keir Starmer's government plans to eliminate most jury trials in England and Wales, limiting them to offenses with prison terms over five years.
Starmer previously advocated jury trials in all criminal cases, while Helena Kennedy and legal experts criticize the plan as undermining public trust.
The Ministry of Justice says no final decisions have been made.
Discussions are ongoing ahead of a potential announcement in the new year.

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Keir Starmer's government plans to eliminate most jury trials in England and Wales, limiting them to offenses with prison terms over five years.
Starmer previously advocated jury trials in all criminal cases, while Helena Kennedy and legal experts criticize the plan as undermining public trust.
The Ministry of Justice says no final decisions have been made.
Discussions are ongoing ahead of a potential announcement in the new year.