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Andy Burnham scraps Starmer plan to axe jury trials

Original: Andy Burnham scraps controversial Keir Starmer plan to axe jury trials https://www.standard.co.uk/news/politics/andy-bur

Andy Burnham has dropped a controversial proposal backed by Keir Starmer that would have removed jury trials for certain offences in England. The plan, part of efforts to cut court backlogs, had drawn strong criticism from lawyers and civil liberties groups. The decision means jury trials will be retained, easing concerns about defendants' rights.

Why now: A senior Labour figure has reversed a high-profile justice reform backed by the Prime Minister, sparking debate over courts and civil liberties.

Andy BurnhamKeir StarmerLabour Party

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