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To: Michael Gove, Justice Secretary
Courts closures
Stop the closure of courts
Why is this important?
The issue of local justice is enshrined in our constitution. The proposal to close up to 91 courts puts this in jeopardy. For instance, the court local to where I live is earmarked for closure, yet the nearest alternative will be about 60 miles away with no chance of being reachable by public transport. The nearest city court is in a different jurisdiction.
Magistrates are a vital element of the justice system. They are chosen for their fairness., lack of discrimination and duty to uphold the laws and values of this country.
Magistrates are constantly being downgraded by the government and their powers are eroded by the increasing emphasis on the police being allowed to be judge and jury.
Please add your voice to stop these steps to take away our fundamental rights not only to justice, but justice at local level.
Magistrates are a vital element of the justice system. They are chosen for their fairness., lack of discrimination and duty to uphold the laws and values of this country.
Magistrates are constantly being downgraded by the government and their powers are eroded by the increasing emphasis on the police being allowed to be judge and jury.
Please add your voice to stop these steps to take away our fundamental rights not only to justice, but justice at local level.
