Shockat Adam

Shockat Adam

Independent — Leicester South

Speaking in the House of Commons on 8 July 2025

Debate

Crown Court Backlog

Contribution

The Crown court backlog stands at approximately 73,000 cases annually, and rape and sexual assault trials in Leicester Crown court face delays of up to three years. What steps is the Department taking to reduce that backlog and ensure that serious offences are brought to trial more efficiently to prevent further trauma for victims and the miscarriage of justice?

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