Chico pleads not guilty to drink-driving in court
Former X Factor star Chico has pleaded not guilty to a drink-driving charge. The singer, accused of exceeding the legal limit in North London, will face trial on 9 April. Read the full details.
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UK Launches National Year of Reading to Tackle Literacy Crisis
The UK government declares 2026 a National Year of Reading to combat plummeting child literacy. New initiatives include a Children's Booker prize and library cards for newborns.
UK Launches National Year of Reading to Tackle Literacy Crisis
The UK government declares 2026 a National Year of Reading to combat plummeting reading rates among children. New initiatives include a Children's Booker prize and library cards for newborns.
Systemic change needed to foster boys' reading, say experts
Education specialists argue against patronising boys with 'boy books' and call for a broader approach to literacy. Discover how to truly engage young male readers.
Russell Brand Charged With Two Further Sexual Offences
Comedian Russell Brand has been charged with one count of rape and one count of sexual assault relating to two new women. He will appear in court in January 2026. Read the latest details.
Russell Brand Charged With Two Further Sexual Offences
Comedian Russell Brand has been charged with an additional count of rape and sexual assault. He will appear in court in January 2026. Read the latest developments.
Teen walks free after playground indecency and damage
Callum Green, 19, received a community order for an indecent act and criminal damage at a Hartlepool playground. Read the full court details and sentencing.
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.
Stephen Fry launches campaign to boost reading for pleasure
Hay Festival President Stephen Fry launches The Pleasure List campaign, urging book recommendations to reverse the UK's falling literacy and leisure reading rates. Join the national mission.
Holly Willoughby fined over £1,600 for driving offence
TV presenter Holly Willoughby has been ordered to pay over £2,400 and received six penalty points for driving without due care after a collision with a moped rider in London. Read the full details.
Jury trials to be scrapped for minor criminal cases
Justice Secretary David Lammy plans to end jury trials for cases likely to result in under three-year sentences. Will this clear court backlogs or is it just a cost-saving measure? Explore the implications.
Labour's plan to slash jury trials sparks outcry
Justice Secretary David Lammy plans to halve jury trials in England and Wales. Critics warn this dismantles a pillar of British justice without evidence it will clear the 78,000-case backlog. Read the full analysis.
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.
Holly Willoughby admits driving without due care
Former This Morning presenter Holly Willoughby has pleaded guilty to driving without due care after knocking a man off a scooter. Get the latest court details.
Lammy to overhaul justice system, may curb jury trials
Justice Secretary David Lammy unveils a 'fast and fair' plan to tackle the courts emergency, including limiting jury trials for less serious offences. Will it work?
Man cleared of harassing Sir Ed Davey and wife
Inigo Rowland found not guilty of harassing Lady Emily Davey after two visits to the family home. Judge says actions did not meet criminal standard. Read the full verdict.
Women fined for taxi fare dodge after social media brag
Two women from Bournemouth have been ordered to pay £200 after boasting on social media about dodging a taxi fare. The court heard the driver has stopped night work due to anxiety. Read the full story.
Reading & Leeds 2026 Reveals Historic All-British Headliners
Reading and Leeds Festivals 2026 announce a historic, all-British and Irish headline bill. Charli XCX, Dave, RAYE and more to top the iconic dual-site event. Tickets on sale this week.
Reading & Leeds 2026 line-up disappoints rock fans
Reading and Leeds Festivals announce 2026 headliners including Charli XCX and Dave, but fans express disappointment over the lack of rock and metal acts. More acts to be added.
Drunk driver smashes van into Gloucester home, narrowly misses kids
Shocking footage captures a drink-driver, three times the limit, ploughing his van into a family home in Gloucester, narrowly missing three children. The 53-year-old builder was sentenced in court.
Reading & Leeds 2026 Headliners: Dave, Raye, Charli XCX Lead
Reading and Leeds Festival 2026 announces its first six headliners, marking a historic all British and Irish line-up. Dave, Raye, and Charli XCX lead the bill. Get the full details.
Man banned from all UK Tesco, Sainsbury's, Co-op stores
Christopher Moran receives a five-year criminal behaviour order banning him from major UK retailers after pleading guilty to 10 thefts. Read the full court details.
Holly Willoughby Charged with Careless Driving
TV presenter Holly Willoughby is set to appear at Lavender Hill Magistrates' Court over a careless driving charge. Discover the potential penalties and the context of her recent challenges.
Chelsea FC worker admits £208k fraud, faces prison
Chelsea FC assistant treasury manager Claire Walsh pleads guilty to defrauding club of £208,521.65. Faces crown court sentencing. Read the full details.
Woman jailed for harassing MP Ellie Reeves
Tracey Smith sentenced to 26 weeks for a sinister harassment campaign against Labour MP Ellie Reeves, including threatening messages and a false court summons. Read the full story.
Tate Modern attacker convicted of nurse assault
Jonty Bravery, jailed for throwing a child from the Tate Modern, has been found guilty of attacking two nurses at Broadmoor Hospital. Read the latest court details.
Jonty Bravery guilty of assaulting Broadmoor nurses
Jonty Bravery, convicted of throwing boy from Tate Modern, found guilty of attacking two female nurses at Broadmoor Hospital. Read the full details of the shocking assault.
Graham Linehan convicted of transgender harassment
Father Ted creator Graham Linehan found guilty of harassing transgender woman. Read the full details of the Westminster magistrates court ruling and its implications.
Father Ted's Graham Linehan cleared of harassment
Father Ted co-creator Graham Linehan has been found not guilty of harassing trans activist Sophia Brooks and criminal damage. Read the full story from Westminster Magistrates' Court.
Linehan cleared of harassment, convicted of damage
Father Ted co-creator Graham Linehan has been acquitted of harassing a trans activist but found guilty of criminal damage at Westminster Magistrates' Court. Read the full story.
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