Secret recording played in Bournemouth asylum seeker rape trial
Distressing audio of a woman begging an asylum seeker to stop was played to a jury. Chret Callender, 28, denies rape and sexual assault. The trial continues.
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Mum died by suicide after car accident arrest
Paulina Szafert, 41, was found dead after an arrest left her 'traumatised'. The inquest heard she was a cherished mother who adored her son and dog. If you are affected, call Samaritans on 116 123.
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.
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.
Jury trial rights cut for crimes under three-year sentences
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces sweeping court reforms to slash backlogs. Defendants facing less than three years in jail will lose automatic right to jury trial. Read the full details.
Women fined for taxi fare dodge after social media brag
Two women from Bournemouth have been ordered to pay £200 after boasting on social media about dodging a taxi fare. The court heard the driver has stopped night work due to anxiety. Read the full story.
95% of jury trials could be scrapped under Labour plans
Labour's proposed court reforms could eliminate jury trials for 95% of cases, threatening 800 years of legal tradition. Legal experts warn this could 'destroy justice as we know it'.
Radical Plan to Scrap Jury Trials for Most Cases
Justice Secretary David Lammy proposes removing jury trials for most crimes to tackle record 78,000-case court backlog. Critics warn this could 'destroy justice as we know it'.
Lammy's Plan: Jury Trials Only for Most Serious Crimes
Justice Secretary David Lammy suggests limiting jury trials to rape, murder, and manslaughter cases to tackle the 78,000-case court backlog. Discover the controversial plans for court reform.
Jury trials set to be scrapped for most crimes
The UK government considers limiting jury trials to serious offences like murder and rape to tackle the record 78,000-case court backlog. Discover the proposed reforms.
Bar Council: Don't Scrap Jury Trials for Court Backlog
The Bar Council warns the government against controversial plans to remove jury trials for some offences. Chair Barbara Mills argues fixing existing court inefficiencies should be the priority over a new, untested court system. Read the full analysis.
Teen appears in court for murder of ex-girlfriend, 17
Cameron Cheng, 18, has appeared in court charged with murdering his 17-year-old ex-girlfriend Lainie Williams and the attempted murder of her mother in South Wales. A trial date has been set for May 11.
Teen in court over murder of schoolgirl Lainie Williams
Cameron Cheng, 18, appears in court charged with murder of 17-year-old Lainie Williams and attempted murder of her mother. Follow for breaking updates on this tragic case.
UK's Largest Ice Rink Opens in Bournemouth
Skate Bournemouth unveils the UK's longest ice rink for 2025. Glide on the 70-metre rink, enjoy festive cocktails & book tickets online now!
Man charged with rape in Bournemouth woodland
A 24-year-old Egyptian man has been charged with raping a woman in her 30s in Bournemouth woodland. Police urge the public to avoid online speculation about the case.
Home Office Faces Legal Challenge Over Court Security
Exclusive: The Home Office confronts judicial review after being accused of failing to protect Liverpool's Crown Court from a suspected extremist threat, raising serious security concerns.
Lucy Ward: Joey Barton's posts scared me
Broadcaster Lucy Ward gives emotional testimony about fearing for her safety after former footballer Joey Barton targeted her with misogynistic social media posts in landmark online abuse case.
Tommy Robinson jailed for contempt of court
English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson has been sentenced to prison after being found in contempt of court for filming defendants in an active criminal case and broadcasting the footage online.
Man City crush Bournemouth 5-1 in Premier League masterclass
Pep Guardiola's champions deliver devastating attacking display as Phil Foden inspires crushing victory over Bournemouth in dominant Premier League performance.
Judge's 'Bend the Knee' outburst in court goes viral
A judge erupted in fury at Leeds Crown Court when a defendant refused to stand, shouting 'Bend the knee!' in a dramatic courtroom confrontation that's gone viral.
Husband admits stabbing wife to death in hotel
A romantic getaway turns to tragedy as Andrew James Hooper, 44, admits to murdering his new wife Kelly in a Bournemouth hotel room, leaving a community in shock and a family devastated.
Tate Modern attacker loses sentence appeal
Jonty Bravery, who threw a six-year-old boy from the Tate Modern viewing platform, has failed to reduce his 15-year prison sentence in a shocking court ruling that has gripped the nation.
Bournemouth crush fragile Forest in 2-0 victory
AFC Bournemouth delivered a commanding 2-0 victory over Nottingham Forest, exposing serious defensive frailties that new manager Sean Dyche must urgently address as Premier League survival hangs in the balance.
Two arrested in Louvre's €76 million crown jewels heist
French authorities have apprehended two suspects linked to the spectacular 2019 Louvre Museum robbery where priceless crown jewels worth €76 million were stolen in a brazen daylight raid.
Ex-minister's Covid testing firm 'shoddy', court hears
Exclusive: Shahid Malik's company Diagnostic Laboratory Solutions allegedly provided unreliable COVID-19 tests during pandemic while receiving millions in government contracts.
Teen killer Harvey Willgoose jailed for life in Bournemouth murder
Harvey Willgoose, 19, has been sentenced to life with minimum 17-year term for the brutal murder of 24-year-old Charlie Bush in Bournemouth. Exclusive court details expose the horrific attack that shocked the coastal community.
Met Police Officer Faces Murder Charge After Supreme Court Ruling
A landmark Supreme Court decision has cleared the path for a Metropolitan Police officer to stand trial for the murder of Jermaine Baker during a 2015 police operation in Wood Green, redefining police immunity boundaries.
Man accused of killing paedophile frontman refuses court
A man charged with the murder of former Lostprophets frontman Ian Watkins, a convicted paedophile, has refused to leave his prison cell for a court hearing, causing dramatic delays in the high-profile case.
DNA Match Claim in Madeleine McCann Stalking Case
A Polish woman's extraordinary DNA claim about Madeleine McCann played in court as she faces stalking charges against Kate McCann. The accused insists 'you can't dispute facts' in shocking testimony.
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