🔥 Political Drama Unfolds: Lammy Urges Jenrick to Apologise! 🔥
Justice Secretary David Lammy is calling out Robert Jenrick, urging him to say sorry to judges who feel “unsafe” due to his recent remarks. Jenrick, who’s pushing to give ministers more control over judicial appointments, has accused some judges of being “political activists,” sparking massive controversy.
Lammy, also our Deputy PM, is standing firm, stressing the importance of judicial independence. He believes Jenrick’s comments have gone too far, making the legal community vulnerable to threats and hostility. Organisations representing a quarter of a million legal professionals have raised alarm, revealing that judges, barristers, and solicitors are facing violence and threats because of such politically charged statements.
Jenrick’s criticisms peaked at the recent Conservative Party conference, where he called out supposed “judicial activism.” With a judge’s wig in hand, he argued for politicians to regain control over judge appointments, alleging ties between immigration judges and “open borders charities.”
Critics have swiftly condemned these views, including multiple legal societies across the UK, slamming these political attacks as “irresponsible and dangerous.” They argue these comments undermine public trust in the rule of law, endangering the very essence of fairness and democracy.
As tensions rise, the country watches closely to see if Lammy’s request for an apology will be met. Can dialogue calm this storm, or are we watching the spark of a larger judicial crisis? Stay tuned as the drama unfolds! 🕵️♀️⚖️ #UKPolitics #JudicialIndependence #LammyVsJenrick