Claire Gilham is suing Ministry of Justice,saying budget cuts and slashed legal aid put pressure on legal system and even expose judiciary to violence A district judge who is suing the Ministry of Justice after whistleblowing her complaints approximately courtroom dangers – death threats, violent claimants and hostage-taking – has spoken out for the first time approximately her experience of an under-resourced justice system.
The challenge mounted by Claire Gilham, or previously deputy director of the Independent Police Complaints Commission,highlights the position of judges who – because they are deemed not to be workers – are exempt from certain employment protections.Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com