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" When it comes to those who are accused and their right to defend themselves, it is perfectly reasonable to expect relevant evidence to be made public, and I am in favour of open justice. "

David Blunkett

Evidence

Justice

Open

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Perception

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David Blunkett

Law

Cry

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