Conservative proposal to abolish independent Sentencing Council and hand power to politicians faces fierce backlash from judiciary and legal professionals who warn it threatens judicial independence.
Exclusive: The mother of a teenage boy brutally murdered with a machete delivers devastating critique of Keir Starmer's justice reforms and sentencing policies as violence surges across Britain.
Exclusive: The Home Secretary is considering removing the right to jury trials for protesters in England and Wales, sparking outrage from legal experts and civil liberties groups who warn it undermines a fundamental pillar of British justice.
A 17-year-old British student faces prison in Dubai after a car crash killed a man, while his family fights for his freedom claiming he's being unfairly punished for a tragic accident.
The Ministry of Justice's radical early release scheme will see hundreds of prisoners freed weeks before their scheduled date, raising serious safety concerns among law enforcement and victims' groups.
In a landmark legal reform, the Scottish Government has passed legislation to abolish the controversial 'not proven' verdict, fundamentally altering the country's unique three-verdict justice system that has stood for centuries.
In a scathing critique, Thomas Ross KC warns that removing specialist criminal barristers from the Legal Aid Agency's advisory panel is a catastrophic move that will undermine fair trials and worsen the crisis in the UK's justice system.
A British woman endured 16 months of wrongful imprisonment after being mistaken for her criminal father in a catastrophic court mix-up. Her harrowing story exposes critical flaws in the justice system.
Exclusive figures reveal a dramatic surge in criminals being diverted from prosecution to social work schemes in Scotland, with over 34,000 cases recorded last year. Critics warn of a 'soft-touch' justice system as serious offenders, including those charg
The enigmatic street artist Banksy has officially authenticated a powerful new piece on the walls of London's Royal Courts of Justice, depicting a child using a pressure washer to create a crimson spatter effect, in a classic critique of the justice syste
The anonymous street artist Banksy has claimed a new piece on the wall of the Royal Courts of Justice in London, featuring striking green paint splatters, in a move interpreted as a commentary on the UK justice system.
A damning report reveals the Forensic Science Regulator lacks the expertise to properly assess miscarriages of justice, leaving innocent people trapped in prison. Experts demand urgent reform.
Labour veteran Yvette Cooper takes on the crucial Justice Secretary role in Keir Starmer's new government, tasked with reforming the UK's justice system and prisons.
The UK government is reviewing the jury trial system, with proposals to reduce jury sizes and limit complex cases. Discover the potential impact on justice.
Bryan Hooper walks free after a quarter-century behind bars as Minnesota court overturns wrongful murder conviction, exposing systemic justice failures.
A major review of the UK's jury system is underway, sparked by concerns over juror bias in politically charged trials. The Law Commission is investigating potential reforms to ensure fair trials in an era of heightened activism.
The UK Sentencing Council gains significant new powers, allowing it to proactively refer unduly lenient sentences to the Court of Appeal for review, marking a major shift in criminal justice policy.
Reality TV star Savannah Chrisley takes her family's fight for justice to the highest office, meeting with White House officials to advocate for sweeping prison reform and share her personal story.
Exclusive data reveals thousands of offenders in Scotland, including those accused of assault and domestic abuse, are avoiding court by rejecting initial 'fiscal fines' and having their cases dropped entirely, sparking outrage from victims' groups.
The Court of Appeal quashes the 41-year-old murder convictions of two men in a shocking miscarriage of justice case from Epping Forest, citing 'lurid' and unreliable cell confession evidence.
In a seismic shift for America's judicial landscape, former President Donald Trump has enacted a groundbreaking executive order to eliminate cash bail, a move set to dramatically alter the US prison system and spark fierce national debate on justice and p
Exclusive: A landmark new Bill will see prison sentences under 12 months scrapped in England and Wales, allowing tens of thousands of offenders to avoid jail each year. Critics blast the move as a 'dangerous experiment' in soft justice.
MPs from across the House of Commons unite in fury as the government fails to deliver on its promise to establish a new court for England and Wales, citing 'unacceptable' delays and demanding urgent action from the Justice Secretary.
The Labour government unveils a radical overhaul of the justice system, abolishing most short-term prison sentences under six months to reduce reoffending and ease prison overcrowding.
Shocking details emerge of Lucy Connolly's traumatic incarceration, with prison officers describing her as the most terrified inmate they had ever encountered during her year-long ordeal behind bars.
A growing movement argues that prisons should focus on rehabilitation, not just punishment. Experts call for systemic changes to reduce reoffending and address root causes of crime.
The Ministry of Justice is under fire for its proposal to shut down multiple courts across England and Wales, raising concerns about access to justice and local communities.
A deep dive into how strict sentencing policies in the UK have led to an overwhelmed prison system, sparking calls for urgent reform.
Judges in England and Wales are issuing apologies for imposing now-defunct IPP sentences, leaving thousands in legal limbo. Discover the shocking details behind this ongoing scandal.
A damning report reveals widespread mismanagement and inefficiencies within Atlanta's justice system, raising concerns over fairness and accountability.