Episode 7: The Secret Barrister and the Lammy Reforms

In this special episode of the Criminal Justice Matters podcast from the Criminal Bar Association of England & Wales, regular hosts Kate Bex KC and Simon Spence KC are joined by The Secret Barrister.

The Secret Barrister is a practising criminal barrister whose books and blog highlighting shortcomings in the criminal justice system are read by thousands and have shone a light on the daily reality of life in Crown Courts across the land.

The Secret Barrister gives their response to recent Government recommendations to limit the use of jury trials to only the most serious cases as part of the effort to tackle the huge backlog of criminal proceedings awaiting trial.

As well as discussion on the serious issues facing the criminal justice system, the podcast touches on The Secret Barrister's recent novel The Cut Throat Trial, favourite Christmas movies and the challenges of retaining anonymity in a social media world.

Criminal Justice Matters is edited and produced on behalf of the Criminal Bar Association by Adam Batstone Media & Communications . The views expressed by all contributors are their personal opinions on the topics discussed.