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New tribunals service will deliver better justice for the disadvantaged.

Publication: M2 Presswire
Publication Date: 31-MAR-06 		Format: Online
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M2 PRESSWIRE-31 March 2006-UK Government: New tribunals service will deliver better justice for the disadvantaged(C)1994-2006 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD

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More than half a million people, including victims of crime and those facing difficulties over employment, benefits, special educational needs, and immigration matters will benefit under the new Tribunals Service, Lord Falconer, Secretary of State for Constitutional Affairs and Lord Chancellor, said today.

Tribunals are a crucial part of the justice system, with more disputes resolved through the tribunal process than through the civil courts.

For the first time 21 tribunals from across government departments will be brought together in a single organisation.

Lord Falconer said:

"The Tribunal Service will deliver real benefits in a key area for improving justice, particularly for the disadvantaged and vulnerable.

Bringing them together under a single agency will reinforce the independence of tribunals from the departments whose decisions they review. This will boost public confidence in them and the decisions they take.

"In addition, the performance targets set for tribunals to address people's difficulties sooner will help to reduce...

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