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Crime. The basics. In the last few weeks, I’ve experienced: 1. The Court adjourning a trial the week before the trial date & not informing anyone. Everyone turned up for trial 2. My client being produced at the wrong court 3. Crown not serving evidence until the day of trial

I have something to say. Common Platform is without doubt the worst, most pointless thing I have ever seen imposed upon us in my 20+ years working in the Crown Court. It is making decent, hard-working people ILL with stress and worry. Get rid of it. Throw it away. Today.

2 options courts can adopt: ‘Blended model’ - two separate jury trials in one courtroom. 9am-1pm & 2-6pm. 'Remote model’ - sessions held entirely remotely, hearings takes place outside of standard operating hours. Non-trial work, to "benefit those with caring responsibilities"

We are shocked and saddened to report some of our volunteer crew were verbally assaulted due to their role when reporting for duty tonight. This behaviour will not be tolerated. Thank you @metpoliceuk for your support.

Crown court service intends to achieve at least 105,000 sitting days in 2021-22 and hopes to introduce extended operating hours: lawgazette.co.uk/news/100000…