The British legal system is grappling with a backlog of tens of thousands of cases, some of which may not start for years – but a major overhaul in the courts could expedite their resolution. A leading former judge has suggested scrapping jury trials for more serious crimes to accelerate the process.

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The Crown court's backlog currently stands at almost 77,000 cases, with some dates set as far off as 2029. The Crown court deals with grave........

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