Source · Select Committees · Justice Committee
Recommendation 20
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Sir Brian considered and rejected judge-alone appeals, noting in particular the value of magistrates’ involvement...
Conclusion
Sir Brian considered and rejected judge-alone appeals, noting in particular the value of magistrates’ involvement in appeals against sentence and exercises of discretion. The government has not given any explanation for this departure or cited evidence that the participation of magistrates in appeal hearings contributes to delays. (Conclusion, Paragraph 92) 91