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Met Police Chief Demands Jury System Overhaul

Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley calls for a major overhaul of the jury selection process, urging deeper vetting to weed out jurors with 'extreme views' that threaten the integrity of high-profile trials, including terrorism cases.

Vail Resorts ordered to pay $12.4m in ski negligence case

A Colorado jury has ordered Vail Resorts to pay $12.4 million in damages after a ski instructor's negligence led to a catastrophic crash, leaving a client with permanent brain injuries. The case raises serious questions about safety protocols at major ski

MPs Slam Unelected House of Lords in Fiery Reform Debate

A dramatic parliamentary debate has erupted over the future of the House of Lords, with MPs condemning the unelected chamber as 'indefensible' and demanding urgent democratic reform for the UK's political system.

UK Social Work Revolution: Tearing Down Bureaucratic Silos

A radical transformation is sweeping UK social work as innovative teams dismantle bureaucratic barriers, prioritising genuine human connections over paperwork. Discover how this grassroots revolution is delivering extraordinary results for vulnerable fami

UK Jury System Review Amid Bias Concerns in Protest Trials

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.

Depardieu to Stand Trial Over Sexual Assault Allegations

French screen icon Gerard Depardieu will face a criminal trial in Paris this October over allegations of sexual assault made by fellow actor Charlotte Arnould, in a case that has gripped France and the international film community.

Verdicts In: The Week's Top UK Culture Picks Revealed

The Guardian's critics deliver their verdicts on the week's hottest tickets, from a gripping new TV legal drama and a powerful stage play to a celebrated Essex honey and a must-visit London exhibition.

UK's Radical New Blueprint for Taxing Extreme Wealth

Exclusive: A groundbreaking report reveals how Britain could finally make its super-rich pay their fair share without a traditional wealth tax. Discover the innovative policies set to redefine economic fairness.

Jury deliberates in Matt Wright helicopter death trial

The jury in the trial of TV star Matt Wright has retired to consider its verdict over the helicopter crash that killed his close friend and business partner, Chris 'Willow' Wilson, in Norfolk. The high-profile case centres on allegations of negligence and

Grand Jury Refuses to Indict Subway Sandwich Thrower

A Florida grand jury has declined to indict the woman who threw a sandwich at former Attorney General Pam Bondi, in a case that has sparked debate over free speech and prosecutorial discretion.

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

Met Police Fury Over Jury Rights Protest Arrests

The Metropolitan Police is under fire after arresting peaceful protesters outside the Old Bailey for informing the public about their full legal rights as jurors. The move, condemned by MPs and civil liberties groups, raises serious questions about freedo

UK bans Palestine Action under terrorism legislation

The UK government has officially outlawed Palestine Action under terrorism legislation, sparking fierce debate over protest rights and jury independence. Activists vow to continue demonstrations despite the ban.

Spender: Tax Reform Key to Young Australians' Future

Independent MP Allegra Spender makes a powerful case for overhauling Australia's tax system, arguing it's essential for improving housing affordability, wage growth, and intergenerational fairness for young Australians.

US Braces for Protests as Trump Jury Deliberates

Major US cities including New York, Washington, and Minneapolis are deploying National Guard troops and erecting security barriers ahead of potential widespread unrest linked to the imminent verdict in Donald Trump's criminal trial.

Chris Pratt & Katy Perry Called for Jury Duty

Hollywood A-listers Chris Pratt and Katy Perry have been called for jury service in a high-stakes trial, forcing a pause in their entertainment schedules. The Independent reports on the celebrity legal summons.

Sheffield Cult Leader's Sex Offence Trial Collapses

The high-profile trial of former Nine O'Clock Service priest Christopher Brain, accused of historical sex offences against young women in his Sheffield-based Christian group, has been abruptly halted after the jury was discharged.

Judge Blocks Release of Epstein Grand Jury Transcripts

A Florida judge denies the release of grand jury transcripts from the 2006 Jeffrey Epstein probe, shielding key witness testimonies and reigniting debates over judicial transparency in a case mired in scandal.

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