The deteriorating justice system in England and Wales is hindering economic growth

By Diane Coyle, Professor of Public Policy, University of Cambridge

The Labour government has made economic growth its top priority, committing to planning reforms, business partnerships and millions of pounds of investment in science and technology.

But economic growth is not just about innovation, investment and businesses. How the law functions is of fundamental importance for economic growth. The UK’s highly-regarded system of justice plays an important role in creating the environment of trust that underpins commerce and investment.

The legal system should be…

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