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Darren Sylvester looks at access to justice and the government’s legal aid reform programme.

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The rule of law cannot exist without access to justice. It is a fundamental right of every citizen. Any society that wishes to be thought of as just and fair needs to have mechanisms to ensure that the rule of law is maintained and that its members are able to obtain justice.

Evidence shows that low-income groups tend to suffer more problems than higher-income groups and are less likely to do anything about them. It is also apparent that many people are not sure where to go or whom to approach to obtain a resolution or redress to their problems. Currently there is a clear, unmet need for accessible and affordable sources of information and advice.

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