Crown Court Backlog

Part of Justice – in the House of Commons at on 26 March 2024.

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Photo of Debbie Abrahams Debbie Abrahams Labour, Oldham East and Saddleworth

How does the backlog in criminal court cases vary by region? What discussions has the Secretary of State had with local judicial teams on prioritising and communicating those backlogs?

Secretary of State

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