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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.
Reform UK to cut 68,500 civil service jobs if elected
Reform UK unveils radical plan to slash 68,500 civil service posts, saving taxpayers £5.2bn a year. Party vows to end 'woke' policies and 'bloat' if Nigel Farage becomes PM. Read the full details.
Court Backlog Crisis: Bold Reforms for Swift Justice
With a backlog of 80,000 cases, the UK's justice system is in crisis. New government reforms aim to prioritise victims and deliver swifter justice. Read the analysis from a former prosecutor.
Lammy's 'Swift Courts' Reform: A Jury Trial U-Turn
Lord Chancellor David Lammy announces 'swift courts' to tackle the justice backlog, scaling back jury trials for some offences. Explore the debate over this historic right.
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 trials scrapped in some cases to tackle court backlog
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces major court reforms, including judge-only trials for some offences, as crown court backlog hits over 78,000 cases. Critics warn of eroding fundamental rights.
Jury trials scrapped in some cases to tackle court backlog
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces plans to scrap jury trials for some offences and create 'swift courts' to tackle the record crown court backlog of over 78,000 cases. Critics warn it erodes a fundamental right.
Jury trials scrapped in bid to tackle court backlog
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces plans to scrap jury trials for some offences and create 'swift courts' to tackle record crown court delays. Critics warn it erodes a fundamental right.
Jury trials to be scrapped in thousands of cases
Justice Secretary David Lammy confirms sweeping court reforms, creating judge-only 'swift courts' for cases with sentences under three years to tackle the backlog. Read the full details.
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.
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?
Trump Attacks Holder Over Supreme Court Packing Plan
Donald Trump has launched a furious attack on former AG Eric Holder's call for Supreme Court reform, claiming Democrats plan to pack it with 21 judges. He urges Republicans to terminate the filibuster. Read the full story.
Lammy Unveils Sweeping Court Reforms, Scrapping Some Jury Trials
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces bold reforms to clear the Crown Court backlog, including judge-only trials for less serious crimes. Will this plan deliver swift justice?
Justice Secretary Announces Reforms to Tackle Courts Emergency
Justice Secretary David Lammy sets out a major overhaul of the criminal justice system to tackle record backlogs and deliver swifter justice for victims. Read the key proposals.
Labour's courts emergency: 80,000 case backlog
Justice Secretary David Lammy reveals a courts emergency with 80,000 cases backlogged. New reforms aim for a faster justice system. Read the full plan.
Lammy's jury trial reforms address UK justice crisis
Justice Secretary David Lammy proposes limiting jury trials to tackle England and Wales' 80,000-case backlog. Could this reform save Britain's collapsing justice system? Read our analysis.
Lammy's jury trial cuts threaten UK justice system
Justice Secretary David Lammy's plan to slash jury trials risks undermining public confidence in UK courts while attempting to clear the massive case backlog. Read why this controversial proposal alarms legal experts.
Government U-turn on Controversial Jury Trial Plans
Justice Secretary David Lammy faces a furious backlash over plans to scrap most jury trials. Read the latest on this constitutional crisis and what it means for British justice.
Lammy's plan to restrict jury trials in England & Wales
Exclusive: David Lammy's radical plan to abolish jury trials for most cases, handling over 30,000 annually by judges alone. Is this the solution to the 78,000-case backlog? Read our analysis.
Jury trials to be scrapped for most crimes in UK
Labour's plan to end jury trials for all but the most serious offences faces furious backlash from lawyers who warn it will 'destroy justice as we know it' and undermine democracy. Discover the full story.
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.
Legal Fears Over Plan to Scrap Most Jury Trials
Justice Secretary David Lammy's controversial proposal to remove jury trials for most cases to tackle court backlogs faces strong opposition from barristers. Discover the legal concerns.
Sister Demands Justice Reform After Brother's Death
Jade Akoum reveals how her brother Yousef Makki's background was 'weaponised' in court after his fatal stabbing. She calls for urgent criminal justice system reforms to protect working-class victims.
Jury Trial Rights Removed in Justice Overhaul
Ministers plan to remove jury trial rights for thousands of cases to tackle court backlogs. Critics warn this threatens fundamental justice principles. Read the full story.
New UK contempt laws to tackle online misinformation
Major reforms to contempt of court laws proposed to help police and media fill information voids after incidents like the Southport attack. Learn how this impacts public safety and justice.
Kim Kardashian tearful over prison attack that almost killed her
Reality star Kim Kardashian emotionally reveals details of a chilling prison incident that nearly turned fatal, sharing her trauma in a raw, tearful confession about her criminal justice reform work.
Triple Lock Unsustainable Warns Reform UK's Tice
Richard Tice warns Britain's cherished state pension triple lock is financially unsustainable, sparking debate over intergenerational fairness and future retirement security.
Farage's Reform UK unveils radical election manifesto
Reform UK unveils radical election platform featuring income tax cuts, NHS reform, and tough immigration measures while scrapping net zero commitments.
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