24 February 2021
The International Bar Association (IBA) has published a joint report by the inspectorates for policing, prisons, probation, and prosecutions, which shows a substantial backlog in courts in England and Wales
Lexis®Library update: This backlog, although exacerbated by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, has been an ongoing issue with 54,000 cases currently being unheard and some cases from last year not to be put before a jury prior to 2022. The inspectorates have recommended greater funding and concerted direction to agencies, as well the creation of a greater number of temporary Nightingale Courts.
Source: Access to justice: UK court backlog shows system teetering ‘on the edge’
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