![Why the attorney general’s power to deal with contempt of court is a conflict of interest](/content/images/size/w600/2023/11/www-0871.jpg)
UK Legal System
— The Home Secretary, Suella Braverman, is facing potential accusations of contempt of court after making comments that may impact the fairness of an upcoming trial. A situation that underscores the conflict of interest issue when politicians can initiate such proceedings in England and Wales.