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Justice Issues – Strand One paper by the British Government: Agenda item 5

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The British Government's paper on 'Justice Issues' addresses the criminal justice system in Northern Ireland, emphasizing a fair and just system that protects the public, brings the accused to justice, and supports victims of crime. The document outlines the key components of the criminal justice process, including investigation, prosecution, adjudication, sentencing, criminal law, emergency legislation, and security policy and the role of armed forces. It highlights the importance of maintaining the independence of various criminal justice agencies while ensuring their cooperation for efficiency and effectiveness. The paper also proposes discussions on policing principles, organizational models, and the responsiveness of the system to local communities, inviting participants to engage in a comprehensive dialogue on these issues.

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07
1997
Lever Arch File 07
107 1992 - 1998
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McClay Library and Archives, Queen's University Belfast, digitized by the Quill Project at https://quillproject.net/resource_collections/384/.

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