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A Commonwealth Guide to Case Management

The purpose of A Commonwealth Guide to Case Management is to provide principled and practical guidance to the judiciary and to responsible policy-makers on justice modernisation and case management.

The objective of this Guide is to inform forward-looking best practices through a comparative analysis of member countries and to soberly align efficiency with the enduring constitutional values underlying the administration of justice.

Without a doubt, nimble, well-designed case management systems, alongside transformative technology, not only facilitate and support effective court proceedings, but also allow for the modernisation of justice.
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​​​​​​​Commonwealth ministers to meet in New York for strategic discussions ahead of CHOGM 2024

Starting this week, a series of high-level ministerial meetings will bring together representatives from across the Commonwealth to engage in vital discussions ahead of next month's Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). These strategic conversations, taking place in the margins the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, are crucial for preparing for CHOGM, scheduled for 21-26 October in Samoa. 
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Statement from the Commonwealth Secretary-General on recent developments in Bangladesh   

We have been closely monitoring the situation in Bangladesh and talking to various parties to quickly obtain reliable information. I continue to be concerned about ongoing developments, particularly the violence and loss of life. My thoughts are with all those who are affected. I urge all to discourage violence and to nurture mutual respect and understanding. 
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Togo - a beacon of hope for the region, says Secretary-General

The Commonwealth Secretary-General, the Rt Hon Patricia Scotland, KC, has commended Togo's progress in fighting extremism and developing its economy on her inaugural visit to the Commonwealth’s 56th member country, noting its recent membership offers a chance to further strengthen institutions through embracing Commonwealth Charter values like democracy, rule of law, and good governance.
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