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West Midlands Abuse Case Delayed: Justice Reforms Announced

12/28/2025

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A West Midlands man faces a two-year delay in a sexual abuse case due to Crown Court backlog, with the trial adjourned to July 2027 after his 2018 report.
Justice Secretary David Lammy announced reforms to address backlog, including limiting jury trials.
The complainant supports these changes while acknowledging his need for justice.
The backlog harms victims’ wellbeing and public confidence, and the Ministry of Justice calls the wait unacceptable.

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Story summary

A West Midlands man faces a two-year delay in a sexual abuse case due to Crown Court backlog, with the trial adjourned to July 2027 after his 2018 report.
Justice Secretary David Lammy announced reforms to address backlog, including limiting jury trials.
The complainant supports these changes while acknowledging his need for justice.
The backlog harms victims’ wellbeing and public confidence, and the Ministry of Justice calls the wait unacceptable.