New Law Term opens today

In the meantime, a backlog of murder cases, detection rates remain low, timely preliminary enquiries remain on the books and policies of prosecution still see people incarcerated on minor charges for long periods of time, even as prisons are busting at the seams. He also called for a common sense approach to be taken in the management of the justice system.

Today’s ceremonial opening will begin with an inter-faith service at the Holy Trinity Cathedral, Hart Street, from 10 am. Chief Justice Archie will then lead a short procession of judicial officers, lawyers and other dignitaries to the Hall of Justice on Knox Street.

Archie will inspect the Guard of Honour by the Police Service before making his way to Convocation Hall, where he will deliver his annual address and declare the 2015/2016 law term open.