What types of support do different groups of court users need to access and participate in the court process? How does the type of support needed vary by type of case or offence?
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The objective for MoJ goal is to deliver a modern, sustainable and resilient criminal justice system, which ensures timely progression of cases through the courts and supports victims and witnesses to engage with, and feel confident in, the justice system. We want to strengthen our understanding of what works to achieve these aims at each stage.
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Why might this be relevant?
While this project focuses on communication practices in court hearings, it does not directly address the types of support needed by different groups of court users.
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Why might this be relevant?
The project focuses on providing personalized support for navigating legal situations and access to justice, which directly addresses the question about the types of support needed by court users.