Commenting on the Scot-Govt’s statement today to ban jury trials in Scotland:  + https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2020/mar/31/scottish-lawyers-call-plan-to-suspend-jury-trials-kneejerk-reaction  + Mark R. Whittet, (LLB, BA) Leader of Scotland’s Independence Referendum Party – the only other major political party committed to Scottish Independence – said:  + “Justice cannot be compromised – and this Scot-Govt plan to ban jury trials in Scotland’s courts is an full-frontal attack on justice, which must be seen to be done.  + “By all means, extend – on a temporary basis – deadlines for starting criminal trials until the virus quarantine is lifted.  + “But the right to a jury trial is a vital pillar
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