Exclusive figures reveal a dramatic surge in criminals being diverted from prosecution to social work schemes in Scotland, with over 34,000 cases recorded last year. Critics warn of a 'soft-touch' justice system as serious offenders, including those charg
A Colorado Sheriff issues a stark warning after a violent inmate is released back into the community due to a controversial legal technicality, exposing a critical flaw in the justice system.
A groundbreaking new study has finally unravelled the cosmic mystery behind the strange chemical makeup of the only known interstellar comet, 2I/Borisov, using the powerful James Webb Space Telescope.
The enigmatic street artist Banksy has officially authenticated a powerful new piece on the walls of London's Royal Courts of Justice, depicting a child using a pressure washer to create a crimson spatter effect, in a classic critique of the justice syste
The anonymous street artist Banksy has claimed a new piece on the wall of the Royal Courts of Justice in London, featuring striking green paint splatters, in a move interpreted as a commentary on the UK justice system.
In a controversial move, Westminster Council has painted over a powerful new Banksy mural depicting a protester being struck by a judge's gavel. The artwork, which appeared overnight on the Royal Courts of Justice, sparked immediate debate about art, prot
A damning report reveals the Forensic Science Regulator lacks the expertise to properly assess miscarriages of justice, leaving innocent people trapped in prison. Experts demand urgent reform.
Labour veteran Yvette Cooper takes on the crucial Justice Secretary role in Keir Starmer's new government, tasked with reforming the UK's justice system and prisons.
The UK government is reviewing the jury trial system, with proposals to reduce jury sizes and limit complex cases. Discover the potential impact on justice.
The mother of a murder victim has spoken of her devastation after her daughter's female killer, described as a 'ticking time bomb', was quietly released from prison after serving a sentence for the brutal 43-stabbing.
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.
A shocking investigation reveals the troubled childhood and systemic failures surrounding the UK's youngest double murderer, a 12-year-old boy with a history of extreme violence and neglect.
Bryan Hooper walks free after a quarter-century behind bars as Minnesota court overturns wrongful murder conviction, exposing systemic justice failures.
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has launched a scathing attack on the UK's prison system, labelling jails as 'paper mache' and condemning the government's early release scheme as a dangerous failure.
A New South Wales woman's extraordinary decision to enter prison voluntarily after her abusive father's death reveals deep trauma and sparks a national conversation about justice for victims of familial sexual abuse.
Exclusive: The harrowing story of 19-year-old Bella May Culley, sentenced to a Greek prison for cannabis possession, and her family's desperate fight for justice.
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.
The US House Oversight Committee confronts the Justice Department over withheld Ghislaine Maxwell documents. Democrats allege a cover-up, demanding transparency on Epstein's powerful associates.
The UK Sentencing Council gains significant new powers, allowing it to proactively refer unduly lenient sentences to the Court of Appeal for review, marking a major shift in criminal justice policy.
A landmark change in UK sentencing rules now requires judges to weigh an offender's social and cultural background, including experiences of racism and deprivation, potentially leading to more lenient sentences.
Ted Goodman, spokesman for Donald Trump's former lawyer Rudy Giuliani, has launched a blistering attack on 'leftist lunatics' and the justice system in a fiery defence of his client, following Giuliani's indictment in the Georgia election case.
In a brazen new development, convicted January 6th rioters are demanding financial compensation from the US government for their time in prison, citing presidential pardons as justification. This controversial move sparks outrage and debate.
Exclusive: The family of murdered Elle Edwards slam the justice system after her abusive ex-partner, Michael Edwards, is allowed to plead guilty to manslaughter, dodging a murder trial.
The UK Supreme Court has ruled against the Scottish Government, upholding the controversial closure of Kirkcaldy Sheriff Court. The decision deals a significant blow to Holyrood's authority over local justice matters.
Exclusive: Despite a European Arrest Warrant and a lost legal fight in 2019, dangerous Albanian fugitive Ilir Rrecaj continues to evade justice, walking the streets of Britain. This investigation reveals a shocking breakdown in the UK's extradition system
The incredible true story of Stephen Valentine, the ordinary man who took on the British police in a groundbreaking legal battle over wrongful arrest and emerged victorious, changing the landscape of citizen rights.
The family of a French woman murdered by her ex-partner is taking the state to court, demanding answers for systemic failures that left her unprotected despite known risks.
The Chief Inspector of Probation issues a stark warning over the 'intensive supervision' programme for dangerous offenders, citing systemic failures and a 'worrying lack of progress' that puts the public at risk.
England and Wales face a human rights crisis as 1,800 IPP-sentenced inmates remain imprisoned, many years beyond their original tariff. Probation chief Martin Jones demands urgent government action to resolve this 'indefinite' sentencing scandal.
Reality TV star Savannah Chrisley takes her family's fight for justice to the highest office, meeting with White House officials to advocate for sweeping prison reform and share her personal story.