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The UK's radical move to clear court backlogs and what it means for Australia

The UK's radical move to clear court backlogs and what it means for Australia

Update: 2025-12-10
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To tackle a massive post-Covid backlog of 70,000 cases, the UK government is moving to remove the right to a jury trial for less serious offences.

This prompts a look at whether Australia, with its state-based legal variations, should consider similar measures to speed up justice.

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The UK's radical move to clear court backlogs and what it means for Australia

The UK's radical move to clear court backlogs and what it means for Australia

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