The UK government has scrapped controversial proposals to restrict jury trials, a key policy initiative previously championed by David Lammy during his tenure as Justice Secretary. The plans, details of which were not extensively publicized, faced significant opposition from legal professionals and civil liberties advocates. The decision marks a reversal for the current administration, which had initially signaled support for the reforms aimed at streamlining the court system. While the specifics of the abandoned policy remain largely undisclosed, it is understood the changes would have impacted the scope of cases heard before a jury. Justice officials have not released a detailed explanation for the policy shift, but sources suggest mounting pressure and concerns about due process played a role. The move represents a win for those who argued the proposals would undermine fundamental principles of the UK’s legal system.