Jury trials to be scrapped for defendants facing sentences of three years or less

David Lammy says he is still committed to jury trials, and these will "continue to be the cornerstone of the system for the most serious offences".

Tuesday 2 December 2025 13:40, UK

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Justice Secretary David Lammy has confirmed changes to the jury system including scrapping juries for trials where the sentence is likely to be three years or less.
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