The inevitable consequence of a criminal justice system in crisis is people being wrongfully convicted. The media has a crucial role to play in monitoring the law.
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As long as the justice system relies on only retaining people who can afford to progress within the legal profession, racial and gender inequality will persist within its ranks.
Ongoing strike action by criminal barristers could disrupt trials until demands for better pay are met.
The barrister strike is about more than pay – with women and ethnic minorities leaving the profession, the entire justice system is at stake.
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