Motion supporting trial by jury rights
The council voted to oppose government plans to limit jury trials and will have its leader write to the Home Secretary and other officials to express support for jury trials.
Cornwall Council·2026-01-20·Resolved
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Description
Motion opposing government plans to restrict the right to trial by jury, mandating the Leader to write to the Home Secretary and other officials expressing Cornwall Council's support for jury trials.
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