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Labour MPs Urge Starmer Against Limiting Jury Trials

12/18/2025

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Nearly 40 Labour MPs warned Sir Keir Starmer, leader of the Labour Party, against proposed limits on jury trials in England and Wales.
The backlog is projected to reach 100,000 cases by 2028.
Justice Secretary David Lammy announced on December 3 a measure to remove jury trials for crimes under three years.
Labour MPs urged alternatives, such as more court sitting days and additional part-time judges.

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Nearly 40 Labour MPs warned Sir Keir Starmer, leader of the Labour Party, against proposed limits on jury trials in England and Wales.
The backlog is projected to reach 100,000 cases by 2028.
Justice Secretary David Lammy announced on December 3 a measure to remove jury trials for crimes under three years.
Labour MPs urged alternatives, such as more court sitting days and additional part-time judges.