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'.
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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.
Driver jailed for killing doctor in 80mph crash
Regan Kemp sentenced to 15 years for killing Ashton Kitchen-White, an aspiring doctor, while driving at 80mph in a 30mph zone. A stark warning on dangerous driving.
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.
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 cleared in BBC journalist assault case
English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson has been acquitted of assault allegations following a confrontation with BBC journalists at a Leeds hotel. The verdict concludes a high-profile legal battle that has drawn national attention.
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.
Brighton crush Leeds 3-0 in Premier League opener
Brighton & Hove Albion kick off their 2025-26 Premier League campaign in spectacular fashion with a dominant 3-0 victory over newly-promoted Leeds United at the Amex Stadium.
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.
Leeds Rhinos CEO Gary Hetherington exits after 27 years
Leeds Rhinos CEO Gary Hetherington is stepping down after nearly three decades in a major club restructuring that sees Gary's wife Kath taking over as interim boss.
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.
Leeds Bradford Airport Closed Following Emergency Incident
Chaos erupts at Leeds Bradford Airport as emergency closure strands passengers following major security incident. All flights suspended as police and fire crews swarm the terminal.
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.
Students plunge from third-floor balcony in Leeds
Shocking incident at Leeds student accommodation as two young people fall from third-floor balcony during gathering. Emergency services rush to scene with air ambulance deployment.
Burnley stun Leeds with 2-0 Championship victory
Burnley secured a vital 2-0 victory over promotion rivals Leeds United at Turf Moor, with tactical masterclass and wasted opportunities defining the Championship showdown.
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.
Alfie Franco jailed for life over Syrian teen murder
Alfie Franco has been sentenced to life with a minimum of 26 years for the brutal murder of 17-year-old Syrian refugee Ahmad Al-Ibrahim in a Huddersfield street attack that shocked the community.
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.
Mother stabs daughter in back during 12-hour police standoff
A West Yorkshire mother stabbed her own daughter in the back during a terrifying 12-hour siege that saw police negotiators and armed officers descend on their home.
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.
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