The Need For More Gender Diversity in the Judicial System
Only 35% of court judges in England and Wales are women. This is not simply a matter of equality; it is also necessary for the effective functioning of the legal system.
March 08, 2023 at 06:48 AM
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DiversityThe judicial system in England and Wales is an essential part of the U.K.'s governance structure and legal framework. It plays a vital role in ensuring the protection of individual rights and upholding the rule of law. A judiciary that reflects the make-up of society, including by gender, must be something that a developed society strives for, both for justice to be done and to be seen to be done.
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