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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.

Jury trials to be scrapped for minor criminal cases

Justice Secretary David Lammy plans to end jury trials for cases likely to result in under three-year sentences. Will this clear court backlogs or is it just a cost-saving measure? Explore the implications.

Holly Willoughby Charged with Careless Driving

TV presenter Holly Willoughby is set to appear at Lavender Hill Magistrates' Court over a careless driving charge. Discover the potential penalties and the context of her recent challenges.

Woman jailed for harassing MP Ellie Reeves

Tracey Smith sentenced to 26 weeks for a sinister harassment campaign against Labour MP Ellie Reeves, including threatening messages and a false court summons. Read the full story.

Father Ted's Graham Linehan cleared of harassment

Father Ted co-creator Graham Linehan has been found not guilty of harassing trans activist Sophia Brooks and criminal damage. Read the full story from Westminster Magistrates' Court.

Masseur avoids jail for spa sexual assaults

Ibrahim Ali, a masseur at Nirvana Spa, received a suspended sentence for sexually assaulting five women. He was given a 10-year prevention order. Read the full story.

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