Emma Nightingale charged with murder of mother Lorna
Emma Nightingale has been charged with the murder of her 70-year-old mother, Lorna, after both women vanished for months. Discover the full timeline of this tragic case.
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Covid denier jailed for over three years for terror posts
Paul Martin, 60, posted 16,000 messages calling for a violent rebellion during the pandemic. He has been sentenced to over three years in prison for encouraging terrorism. Read the full details.
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.
Man jailed for 27 years for murder of Kensington Palace gardener
Elyas Moussa sentenced to life for murdering Recorda Davey-Ann Clarke in Willesden Green. The father-of-two was a cherished gardener at Kensington Palace. Read the full court details.
Man detained for Leicester Square stabbing of 11-year-old girl
Ioan Pintaru, 33, has been given an indefinite hospital order for the random, frenzied stabbing of an Australian child in central London. Read the full court details.
Driver pleads guilty to manslaughter in Christmas Day killing
Anthony Gilheaney admits manslaughter after hitting and killing Aidan Chapman, 25, in London's West End. The trial continues on more serious charges. Read the latest court updates.
Christmas Day homophobic car attack in West End kills one
A man is on trial for murder after a drink-fuelled rampage in London's West End on Christmas Day 2024, which killed Aidan Chapman and injured four others in a homophobic attack. Follow the trial.
Goldsmiths student stabbed to death in flat, trial hears
A creative writing student was killed by a fellow Goldsmiths pupil after fearing she had an STD. Joshua Michals denies murder at the Old Bailey. Read the full trial details.
Driver's Christmas Day rampage left trail of carnage in London
A driver left a 'trail of carnage' in London's West End in a series of homophobic and racist attacks on Christmas Day, a court hears. One man died and five others were injured. Read the full trial details.
Kevin Spacey in Oxford ahead of controversial student lecture
Kevin Spacey was seen in Oxford ahead of a contentious lecture at The Oxford Union. The actor faces a 2026 civil trial over sex assault claims, which he denies. Read the full story.
Christmas Day driver killed 1 in drink-fuelled rampage
Anthony Gilheaney, 30, left a 'trail of carnage' in London's West End, killing one man and injuring others in a series of racist and homophobic attacks. Read the full court report.
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.
Killer jailed for life for murder of frail pensioner
Peter Augustine has been sentenced to life for the murder of 87-year-old John Mackey. The judge warned the killer may never be released. Read the full story.
Life sentence for pensioner murder over fish and chips
Peter Augustine, 59, receives life sentence for murdering 87-year-old John Mackey during robbery for groceries. Judge condemns 'cowardly attack' on vulnerable dementia sufferer.
Man gets 23 years for murder of pensioner in cottage pie theft
Peter Augustine, 59, sentenced to life for murdering John Mackey, 87, in brutal attack. Read the full story of this cowardly crime and the family's tribute.
Kevin Spacey to Face Civil Sex Assault Claims in 2026
Kevin Spacey will face a three-week High Court civil trial in 2026 over sex assault claims from three men. The actor denies all allegations. Follow for the latest developments.
Barry George charged with rape of 14-year-old girl
Barry George, acquitted of Jill Dando's murder, faces rape and indecent assault charges from 1987. Follow for the latest on this breaking Old Bailey case.
Man in court over two London murders and rape
Simon Levy, 40, appears at the Old Bailey accused of murdering two women and raping a third in separate London incidents. He has been remanded in custody.
MAFS UK Star Bailey Smith's Real Name Revealed
Married at First Sight UK's Bailey Smith has revealed his real name is David Bailey and opened up about his split from Rebecca Fenney. Read the exclusive details.
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.
Man charged with two murders and rape in London
Simon Levy, 40, charged with murders of two women and rape of a third in London. Police appeal for information in 'complex' investigation. Trial set for Old Bailey.
Ex-Welsh Reform UK Leader Jailed for Russian Bribes
Former Welsh Reform UK leader Nathan Gill sentenced to 10.5 years for taking Russian bribes to make pro-Kremlin statements. Read the full details of the political scandal.
David Carrick sentenced to life for child sex assault
Former Met Police officer David Carrick receives another life sentence for molesting a 12-year-old girl and raping a former partner. Read the shocking details of the case.
Carrick's hidden confession could have changed history
A confession by serial rapist David Carrick, undiscovered for 35 years, could have prevented his horrific crimes. Read how this failure impacted his victims.
Carrick's 1990 confession letter found decades late
Serial rapist David Carrick could have been stopped in 1990 had a confession letter he wrote been discovered. The ex-Met officer was convicted of assaulting a child and raping a partner.
David Carrick guilty of child sex assault and rapes
Former Met Police officer David Carrick found guilty of sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl and multiple rapes. Read the full story of the shocking case.
MAFS UK's Bailey confirms split from Rebecca
Married At First Sight UK's Bailey announces his split from wife Rebecca, calling the decision 'heartbreaking'. Read his full statement and the reasons behind their break-up.
Life sentence for London Porsche driver stabbing
Awad Abdel Samad, 24, jailed for life for murdering Mohamed Abdi, 19, in a revenge attack on a busy London street. Judge condemns 'extreme aggression'.
Model in court over fires at Keir Starmer's old homes
A 21-year-old Ukrainian model has appeared at the Old Bailey, accused of torching a car and starting fires at two homes previously linked to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. Read the full details of the case.
Man guilty of murdering pensioner for shopping
Peter Augustine, 59, convicted for the murder and robbery of 87-year-old John Mackey in North London. The violent attack occurred after the victim visited a local Co-op. Read the full story.
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