Question regarding the significant decrease in sitting days for the Coroner's Court in 2013-14 compared to previous years, with an explanation provided citing coroner unavailability and complex inquests.

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22 October 2014
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Why did the Coroners Court sit for 104 days only in 2013-14, and how does this compare with previous years?

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20 November 2014
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29 days
The primary reason for the Coroner's Court only sitting for 104 days in 2013/14 was the unavailability of coroners and counsel assisting due to a number of reasons including, a focus on completing outstanding inquests, the lengthy and complex Graylands inquest involving 11 cases and the previous State Coroner taking extended leave prior to his retirement in January 2014.
2011-12: 210 sitting days
2012-13: 257 sitting days

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