Access to Justice and Legal Aid
Exploring the challenges individuals face in accessing legal advice and representation, and the role of legal aid.
Key Questions
- Analyze the barriers that prevent some citizens from accessing legal justice.
- Evaluate the impact of legal aid cuts on the principle of equality before the law.
- Design a policy proposal to improve access to justice for all citizens.
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