Lammy defends jury trial reforms amid Labour rebellion
Deputy PM David Lammy defends plans to replace jury trials with 'swift courts' for minor offences, as Labour MP Karl Turner threatens to force a by-election in protest. Read the full story.
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Lammy's Swift Court Plan to Tackle Justice Backlog
Justice Secretary David Lammy unveils 'Swift Courts' to replace jury trials for less serious offences, aiming to cut the 80,000-case backlog and deliver faster justice for victims.
Labour MP threatens by-election over jury trial plans
Labour MP Karl Turner threatens to trigger a by-election unless Keir Starmer drops plans to scrap jury trials for some cases. The former barrister says he is 'ashamed' of the PM.
Cherki's secret Chelsea trial before £30m Man City move
Manchester City star Rayan Cherki once had a secret trial at Chelsea as a youngster but rejected the move because he found it 'too easy', a former academy teammate reveals.
Cherki's secret Chelsea trial before £30m Man City move
Manchester City star Rayan Cherki once had a secret trial at Chelsea as a youth but turned down a move, finding it 'too easy'. Discover the full story behind his £30m transfer.
Labour MP rebels against Starmer's jury trial plans
Labour MP Karl Turner breaks whip to vote against plans for judge-only 'swift courts', telling Keir Starmer he should be 'ashamed'. Read the full story on the party's internal justice rift.
Labour MP rebels against Starmer's jury trial plans
Labour MP Karl Turner breaks party whip to vote against plans for judge-only 'swift courts', telling Keir Starmer he should be 'ashamed'. Read the full story on the justice system clash.
Victims' chief warns system is broken, backs jury trial cuts
New Victims' Commissioner Claire Waxman warns victims' voices must be heard in debate over cutting jury trials. She says radical change is needed to end court backlog leaving victims waiting years for justice. Read her urgent plea.
Driver blames sensor after electric car kills boy, 5
A five-year-old boy died after an electric Volkswagen allegedly surged forward when he touched a sensor, a court hears. The driver denies causing death by careless driving.
Trial date set in violent Denver country club brawl
A prominent developer's collarbone was shattered in a brawl at a networking event. The four-day jury trial is set for May. Read the full story of the shocking altercation.
Four-day trial set over Denver country club brawl injury
A prominent developer's collarbone was shattered in a brawl at a networking event. The four-day jury trial is set for May. Read the full story.
French Hypnotherapist Faces Trial for Raping 14 Women
Cyril Zattara, a French dance teacher, is accused of drugging and sexually assaulting over a dozen women, filming the attacks. The trial follows a shocking national reckoning on rape culture in France.
Nine-year court delay as key witness dies before trial
Becky Sheeran faces a nine-year wait for her GBH trial, with her mother, a key witness, dying before court. She warns of a 'broken' justice system causing severe mental health impacts and deterring crime reporting.
Scotland abolishes controversial 'not proven' verdict
Major reforms to Scotland's justice system take effect, abolishing the 'not proven' verdict. A victim of sexual assault shares her story as campaigners welcome the change.
Court backlog hits record high, jury trial plans questioned
The backlog in Crown Courts has soared to nearly 80,000 cases, with magistrates' courts also at a record high. Justice Secretary David Lammy's plan to slash jury trials faces criticism as barristers call for more courtrooms. Read the full analysis.
Sexual abuse survivor urges Lammy to halt jury trial cuts
Vicki Crawford, who waited nearly six years for justice, urges the Government not to use victims' trauma to justify controversial plans to slash jury trials. Read her powerful open letter.
Lammy accused of misusing rape case figures for jury reforms
Justice Secretary David Lammy faces a major backlash from senior barristers and Labour MPs over his plans to slash jury trials, accused of misrepresenting data on rape case collapses. Discover the brewing rebellion and potential barrister strikes.
Legal Experts Defend Jury Trials in UK Justice System
Barristers argue jurors provide a crucial 'humane perspective' that professional judges cannot. Discover why calls to slash jury use face fierce opposition from legal professionals.
Labour defends plan to scrap juries in some criminal cases
A Labour minister has defended controversial plans to remove juries from some trials, stating judges with diversity training will do a 'good job'. Read the full debate on justice reforms.
Officer's Tears in Court Over Friend's Murder
A Florida police officer broke down describing the moment his best friend was shot. The killer's death penalty trial hears emotional testimony. Read the full story.
Lammy's 'Swift Courts' Reform: A Jury Trial U-Turn
Lord Chancellor David Lammy announces 'swift courts' to tackle the justice backlog, scaling back jury trials for some offences. Explore the debate over this historic right.
Labour to Scrap Jury Trials for Certain Cases
The Labour government plans to abolish jury trials for some serious fraud and complex financial cases. Explore the reasons, legal arguments, and potential consequences of this major justice reform.
Labour's plan to slash jury trials sparks outcry
Justice Secretary David Lammy plans to halve jury trials in England and Wales. Critics warn this dismantles a pillar of British justice without evidence it will clear the 78,000-case backlog. Read the full analysis.
Jury trials scrapped in some cases to tackle court backlog
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces major court reforms, including judge-only trials for some offences, as crown court backlog hits over 78,000 cases. Critics warn of eroding fundamental rights.
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Jury trials scrapped in some cases to tackle court backlog
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces plans to scrap jury trials for some offences and create 'swift courts' to tackle the record crown court backlog of over 78,000 cases. Critics warn it erodes a fundamental right.
Jury trials scrapped in bid to tackle court backlog
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces plans to scrap jury trials for some offences and create 'swift courts' to tackle record crown court delays. Critics warn it erodes a fundamental right.
Man accused of Bradford fire murders tells court 'I'm done'
Calum Sunderland stopped his evidence at Doncaster Crown Court, where he denies murdering a mother and her three children in a house fire in Bradford. The trial continues.
Jury trials to be axed for crimes with 3-year sentences
Justice Secretary David Lammy plans to abolish jury trials for crimes likely to get 3 years or less, introducing 'swift courts'. Critics call it an attack on an ancient right.
Jury trials to be scrapped in thousands of cases
Justice Secretary David Lammy confirms sweeping court reforms, creating judge-only 'swift courts' for cases with sentences under three years to tackle the backlog. Read the full details.
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