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Barristers' Strike Delays Justice for Victims
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Barristers Strike in Northern Ireland Causes Delays in Crown Court Cases, Sparking Concern from Victims Commissioner
A barristers strike in Northern Ireland is causing major delays in Crown Court cases, including the arraignment of two men charged with the unlawful killing of nurse Karen Cummings. The strike, which began last Monday, targets a dispute over legal aid payments from the Department of Justice. Victims families are growing frustrated, with many already waiting years for their cases to move forward. The commissioner designate for victims of crime warns that the indefinite strike leaves people in limbo, adding to their trauma and blocking any sense of closure. Justice Minister Naomi Long says her department lacks the funds to give barristers the pay rise theyre demanding. The Bar Council points out that Crown Court legal aid fees havent increased in twenty years, fueling the walkout. As talks continue, pressure mounts for a quick fix, especially for the most serious cases, so victims can finally see justice served without further heartbreak.
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