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flag UK plans to limit jury trials to serious crimes, sparking legal backlash over fairness and effectiveness.

flag Barristers from the UK and Ireland have strongly opposed the UK government’s plan to limit jury trials to only the most serious crimes, typically those with sentences over three years, warning it undermines a fundamental right and lacks evidence of effectiveness. flag The Four Bars, representing legal professionals across the region, said the proposal exceeds recommendations from retired judge Sir Brian Leveson, who called for further analysis and pilot testing. flag They argue the move could erode public trust in the justice system. flag The backlash includes 39 Labour MPs who may oppose the reforms in Parliament. flag The Ministry of Justice maintains the changes are necessary to address a backlog and deliver faster justice for victims.

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