Victim hunts down attacker after 15 years via TV show
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Community Sentencing Crisis: Underfunding Risks Public Safety
The Guardian warns that chronic underfunding of community rehabilitation services is pushing the UK's justice system to breaking point, risking reoffending and public safety.
Scotland abolishes 'not proven' verdict after centuries
In a landmark legal reform, the Scottish Government has passed legislation to abolish the controversial 'not proven' verdict, fundamentally altering the country's unique three-verdict justice system that has stood for centuries.
KC: Legal Aid Reform 'Astonishing Act of Self-Harm'
In a scathing critique, Thomas Ross KC warns that removing specialist criminal barristers from the Legal Aid Agency's advisory panel is a catastrophic move that will undermine fair trials and worsen the crisis in the UK's justice system.
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Savers can now earn over 5% interest without locking away their cash, as Furness Building Society launches a best-buy easy-access account. Discover how to boost your savings today.
Lesotho Water Project Backfires: Damage & Debt for Villagers
Exclusive report from Lesotho reveals how a multi-million-pound African Development Bank water project has left villages with cracked homes, dry taps, and crippling debt instead of the promised clean water.
California Hospitals Forced to Deny Care Under ICE Policy
Exclusive: A leaked memo shows California hospitals are being pressured to deny non-emergency care to undocumented migrants under a new ICE directive, raising alarm among medical professionals and human rights advocates.
NHS allows pharmacists to prescribe for common conditions
Major NHS shake-up allows pharmacists to prescribe treatments for common conditions like sinusitis and sore throats, freeing up millions of GP appointments and transforming high street pharmacy services across England.
Met Police plans secret mass closure of station front desks
Exclusive: The Metropolitan Police is facing a major backlash over secret plans to permanently shut public front counters at dozens of London stations, drastically reducing face-to-face access for citizens.
Innocent Woman Jailed 16 Months in Shocking Court Mistake
A British woman endured 16 months of wrongful imprisonment after being mistaken for her criminal father in a catastrophic court mix-up. Her harrowing story exposes critical flaws in the justice system.
Eurostar error strands wheelchair user in Rotterdam
A British wheelchair user's journey from Brussels to London descends into chaos as a Eurostar train error leaves him stranded 100km away in Rotterdam, sparking outrage over disabled travel rights.
Farage Barred from Hosting Trump in Parliament
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has been blocked from hosting Donald Trump in Parliament, with authorities citing strict rules on access for non-parliamentarians. The move dashes plans for a major diplomatic event during the former President's UK tour.
Two Cleveland Police officers sacked for gross misconduct
Two Cleveland Police officers have been dismissed for gross misconduct after a disciplinary panel found them guilty of multiple professional standard breaches, including unauthorised database searches.
Neighbour Banned From Driveway in Bizarre Parking Feud
A homeowner has been barred from using his own driveway after a neighbour's extreme protest. The bizarre dispute, involving concrete blocks and legal threats, has shocked the quiet community.
Employment Tribunals Become 'Soap Opera' Through Online Access
A surge in public access to employment tribunals via online streaming is creating a new form of reality entertainment, raising serious ethical concerns for claimants and the legal process.
SNP's Soft Justice: Sex Offenders Dodge Prison Sentences
Exclusive investigation reveals a crisis in Scotland's justice system under the SNP, with hundreds of serious sexual offenders avoiding prison sentences. Victims' groups express outrage as data shows a pattern of lenient sentencing.
Georgia Democrat Disqualified in Election Ballot Shakeup
Georgia's electoral landscape faces upheaval as Debra Shigley, a Democratic candidate, is dramatically disqualified from the state House race, leaving voters without a Democratic option in the November election.
Nigeria Mob Violence: Innocent Man Lynched Over Phone Theft
A horrific case of mob violence in Nigeria saw a young man brutally killed by a crowd after being falsely accused of stealing a mobile phone, highlighting the country's crisis of 'jungle justice'.
Reeves slams Barclays over Tube cash decision
Chancellor Rachel Reeves condemns Barclays' move to scrap cash services at London Underground ticket offices, vowing government action to protect access to physical currency for vulnerable communities.
Woman's 61-year-old wrongful conviction for biting rapist overturned
A Belgian woman, wrongfully convicted for biting her rapist's tongue in 1960, has been formally acquitted after a six-decade fight for justice. Read the full story of this historic overturn.
NHS Crisis: Patients Face 2-Week Waits for GP Appointments
Exclusive investigation reveals the shocking state of NHS GP access, with millions waiting over two weeks for appointments and facing a postcode lottery for care. Discover the human impact of the growing healthcare crisis.
MPs condemn Asda app over high-cost staff loans
A parliamentary committee has launched a scathing attack on Asda and its financial app partner, Wagestream, for promoting high-interest loans and controversial financial products to its low-paid employees.
Mum's fury as Aldi 'fails' her disabled son in accessibility row
A mother from Broxburn condemns Aldi after staff allegedly refuse to help her 6-year-old disabled son, sparking a debate on supermarket accessibility policies.
1.5 Million Patients Wait Over 4 Weeks for NHS GP Appointments
Exclusive data reveals a deepening crisis in NHS England as patients face record waits for GP appointments, with government pledges falling short.
US Police Denied UK Parliament Access in Security Alert
A major security protocol was triggered at the UK Parliament after two US police officers attempted to gain access without proper authorization, raising serious concerns about parliamentary security.
Charlie Kirk banned from US Capitol in security row
Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk has been permanently banned from entering the US Capitol complex. The controversial right-wing commentator's access was revoked by Capitol Police over undisclosed security concerns, sparking outrage from Republican a
US Justice Dept probes Charlotte police over civil rights concerns
The US Department of Justice has initiated a sweeping civil rights investigation into the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department, focusing on use of force and discriminatory policing practices following the controversial shooting of a man in 2021.
Record number of offenders avoid court in Scotland
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
EasyJet Strands Wheelchair User on Tarmac in Alicante
A wheelchair user was abandoned on an EasyJet plane in Spain after staff failed to provide assistance, leaving him stranded on the tarmac in a major accessibility scandal.
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