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Originally Posted by Scarlett
Just spotted the following on the BBC
Rail Killing Manslaugter charges thrown out
I'm a bit suspicious about this one based on the judges comment.
Hmm, Pressure from above so that it doesn't put off companies investing in PFI/Rail ? or they don't want to see this go to appeal and the Gov lose out then...
I think we should be told!
Scarlett |
No reason to be suspicious of the judge's silence. A lot of legal argument cannot be heard in front of a jury. This jury still has to decide on a number of charges brought under health and safety legislation. If the judge gave his reasons for directing them to acquit the men of manslaughter at this stage, it might compromise the fairness of the rest of the trial. We will doubtless find out when it's all finished.