Source · Select Committees · Justice Committee
Recommendation 20
20
Accepted
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In-person advocate attendance often crucial for serious Crown Court cases.
Conclusion
The Committee recognises the advantages for advocates to attend remotely; however, it is important to recognise that in Crown Court cases dealing with the most serious cases, it will often be in the interests of justice for advocates to attend in person.
Government response summary AI-generated
The government outlined its ongoing efforts to increase court capacity and efficiency, including maximizing sitting days, judicial recruitment, and increasing the use of part-time judges, without directly addressing the recommendation regarding in-person advocate attendance in Crown Court.
Paragraph Reference:
66
Government Response
The government responded to this report on 7 July 2022. No passage in that response could be matched to this conclusion. Read the response document ↗