Court Backlog Crisis: Bold Reforms for Swift Justice
With a backlog of 80,000 cases, the UK's justice system is in crisis. New government reforms aim to prioritise victims and deliver swifter justice. Read the analysis from a former prosecutor.
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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.
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.
Bamboo invasion costs Surrey homeowners thousands
Homeowners in Guildford, the UK's bamboo capital, face bills of up to £5,000 to remove the invasive plant damaging their gardens and properties. Discover the hidden risks.
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.
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.
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.
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.
1974 London IRA Bombings: Lasting Trauma Revealed
Groundbreaking research exposes the devastating human cost and lasting trauma of the IRA's 1974 London bombings, with survivors and families still seeking justice decades later.
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.
Tommy Robinson Courtroom Outburst Over Contempt Charges
English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson could face jail time after allegedly filming defendants outside Leeds Crown Court and confronting a police officer during heated exchange.
The Crown Season 6: Complete Cast Guide
Your complete guide to the stellar cast bringing the final chapter of the Royal Family's story to life in Netflix's acclaimed series 'The Crown'.
Kate McCann testifies in online harassment case
Kate McCann gives emotional testimony against German woman accused of systematic online harassment regarding daughter Madeleine's disappearance.
Surrey village faces sixth traveller camp invasion
The peaceful Surrey community of West Horsley faces unprecedented disruption as a sixth unauthorised traveller encampment arrives, prompting urgent council intervention and resident outrage over growing safety and environmental concerns.
Three Men in Court Over Kidnap and Rape of 13-Year-Old
Three men have appeared before Wolverhampton Crown Court charged with the kidnap and rape of a 13-year-old girl in a case that has shocked the West Midlands. The defendants, aged 20, 19, and 18, are accused of a series of serious sexual offences.
Sudanese immigrant's 'I love you' whisper before rape, court told
A court was told how a Sudanese immigrant targeted a crying student outside a nightclub, whispering 'I love you' before dragging her to a car park and subjecting her to a horrific sexual assault.
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