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Sex attacker wins human rights case over deportation fears

A Syrian refugee convicted of sexually assaulting a teenager has successfully argued that his imprisonment breaches his human rights due to the potential for deportation upon release. The Court of Appeal has ruled in his favour, sparking widespread debate

Inmate's TikTok tour exposes 'cushy' luxury in UK prison cell

A prisoner at HMP Ashfield has sparked outrage by bragging about his cell's luxury amenities, including a flat-screen TV, gaming console, and well-stocked fridge, in a viral TikTok video that questions the state of the UK's prison system.

Trump Enacts Cashless Bail Order Transforming US Justice System

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

Soft Justice Bill: Thousands to Dodge Prison

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.

Epstein Victims Blast $290m Payout to Maxwell's Circle

Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse have launched a scathing attack on the US justice system after $290 million was awarded to the associates of his accomplice, Ghislaine Maxwell. The controversial payout from JPMorgan Chase has been labelled a 'grave in

MPs slam government over 'unacceptable' court delays

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.

Labour's Mahmood: Break the Law, Face Consequences

Shadow Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood delivers a powerful speech outlining Labour's plan for a 'mission-driven' government to restore order and rebuild public trust in the justice system.

Menendez Brothers: Timeline of Murder and Parole

Erik and Lyle Menendez, the Beverly Hills brothers convicted of brutally murdering their parents in 1989, have been granted parole. This is the full timeline of their shocking case, from the bloody killings to their recent release.

Middle-Class Mother's 377-Day Prison Torment Exposed

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.

Virginia GOP Demands Special Counsel for Trump Probe

Virginia House Speaker Todd Gilbert calls for special counsel investigation into perceived 'weaponisation' of justice system against former President Donald Trump, citing grave concerns over judicial impartiality.

Transgender neo-Nazi wins women's prison transfer case

A convicted neo-Nazi terrorist, who began identifying as a woman after being charged, has won a High Court battle to be transferred to a women's prison, sparking a major debate on justice system policies.

Tory Councillor's Wife Freed After Jail for Southport Tweet

Lucy Connolly, wife of a Conservative councillor, has been freed after being imprisoned for a malicious tweet about the Southport stabbing victims. The case ignites a fierce national debate on free speech, online abuse, and the limits of the justice syste

Killer Wins Back Prison TV and Xbox in Legal Battle

Notorious child murderer Thomas Cashman has successfully appealed to have his in-cell TV and gaming console reinstated after they were confiscated following his taunting of Olivia Pratt-Korbel's family.

Probation Service Crisis: 10,000 Staff Shortfall Exposed

Exclusive: The Probation Service is grappling with a critical shortage of 10,000 officers to manage offenders in the community, raising serious public safety concerns as Labour's early release scheme accelerates.

Denver's Gathering of Nations Powwow Concludes with Hope

The 40th annual Gathering of Nations, North America's largest Native American powwow, concluded in Denver with a powerful message of cultural preservation and unity, as thousands celebrated indigenous traditions through dance, music, and ceremony.

Jenrick: Judges Must Avoid Political Bias in Court

Shadow Justice Secretary Robert Jenrick calls for judges to be removed if they allow personal political views to influence court rulings, amid growing concerns over judicial impartiality.

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