Deputy Prime Minister to Announce ‘Swift and Fair Justice’
Bold modernisation of the criminal courts to put victims first and restore public confidence in the system More than half a billion investment to support victims and witnesses throughout justice process Record Crown Court sitting days to bear down on the backlog Victims will be put front and centre of the justice system as the […]
The United Kingdom remains a steadfast supporter of the International Court of Justice: UK statement at the UN General Assembly
I have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of the United Kingdom in response to the presentation of the annual report of the International Court of Justice. We thank President Iwasawa and the members of the Court for their continued dedication to the sound administration of justice and the peaceful settlement of disputes. […]
Windrush compensation scheme overhaul to deliver faster justice
Victims of the Home Office Windrush scandal will be paid up to 75% of their compensation award in advance as part of a major overhaul of the claims process. For the first time, victims will be compensated for lost contributions to a work or personal pension. And priority will now be given to applications from […]