Government Courts Bill Sparks Protest Rights Backlash
Ministers accused of 'draconian' power grab as new legislation threatens to criminalise peaceful protests and grant sweeping powers to restrict demonstrations across England and Wales.
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Family law overhaul prioritises children in abuse cases
A revolutionary shift in UK family court proceedings now places children's safety and testimony at the forefront when domestic violence is involved, marking a significant victory for young victims.
Man jailed for burning Koran in London street
Hamit Coskun receives prison sentence for religiously aggravated criminal damage after filming himself burning a Koran in a North London street, sparking community outrage.
Trans woman gets life for murder of elderly neighbour
Ciara Watkin, 23, receives life sentence with minimum 20-year term for the horrific killing of 71-year-old Brenda Blainey in Edinburgh flat attack.
Parents accused of torturing 10-day-old baby to death
Shocking court revelations detail how a 10-day-old baby suffered catastrophic injuries and 'soft brain' damage before death in what prosecutors call sustained torture by parents.
Life sentence for Bournemouth refugee neck stabbing
A violent attacker who stabbed a refugee in the neck during a horrific street assault has been sentenced to life imprisonment at Bournemouth Crown Court.
Doreen Lawrence: Police Still Institutionally Racist
Baroness Lawrence delivers powerful testimony at the Royal Courts of Justice, alleging ongoing institutional racism within the Metropolitan Police three decades after her son Stephen's murder.
Doreen Lawrence confronts govt over race equality failures
Stephen Lawrence's mother delivers powerful testimony at Royal Courts of Justice, accusing ministers of abandoning race reform pledges and failing black Britons.
Doreen Lawrence: 30 years on, justice reform fails
Baroness Lawrence delivers emotional speech at Royal Courts of Justice, demanding urgent police reform and condemning institutional failures three decades after her son's racist murder.
Sky TV wins court order blocking 50+ illegal streaming sites
Exclusive: Sky TV and football authorities score major victory against illegal streaming as UK courts order block of pirate sites showing Premier League matches without payment.
Victoria Police Scandal: 70+ Court Cases Reviewed
A major investigation into a Victorian police employee has thrown more than 70 court cases into question, with authorities urgently reviewing potential evidence manipulation affecting criminal proceedings.
CPS appeals terror charge dismissal against Kneecap rapper
The Crown Prosecution Service challenges a controversial court decision to drop terrorism charges against Irish rapper Mo Chara for displaying a Hezbollah flag at a Belfast concert, reigniting debates about free speech and national security.
Minister storms out of court over judges' wigs in migrant cases
Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick sparks controversy by staging dramatic walkout from court over judges' traditional wigs, calling for sweeping asylum system reforms.
Florida insurer bypasses courts in claim disputes
Exclusive investigation reveals how Florida's insurer of last resort is using a controversial special magistrate process to resolve disputes without court involvement, raising concerns about policyholder rights.
Jenrick targets 'activist judges' in immigration reform
Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick launches sweeping reforms to curb judicial interference and fast-track migrant removals in bold move to regain border control.
Manchester Gay Village predator jailed for 14 years
A dangerous sexual predator who systematically targeted vulnerable revellers in Manchester's Gay Village has been sentenced to 14 years behind bars for his calculated attacks.
Maxwell's final appeal rejected by Supreme Court
The UK socialite's last-ditch attempt to overturn her 20-year sentence for sex trafficking has been decisively shut down by America's highest court, cementing her fate.
Mother admits manslaughter of teenage daughter
A mother from Kent has pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of her teenage daughter in a devastating case that has shocked the local community and raised questions about mental health support.
Epping Hotel protest thugs jailed for violent disorder
Three thugs who unleashed violent disorder at Epping Hotel during migrant protest face hefty sentences, including rooftop climber who tried to incite further chaos.
Gambler jailed for stealing £300k from friend
A compulsive gambler from Birmingham has been sentenced to prison after stealing nearly £300,000 from his childhood friend to sustain an extravagant lifestyle of luxury holidays, designer goods, and gambling sprees.
TikTok 'prankster' Mizzy jailed for harassment crimes
Notorious TikTok influencer Bacari-Bronze O'Garro, known as Mizzy, sentenced to prison after campaign of harassment and home invasions disguised as 'pranks' terrorised London residents.
Police accused of blocking Jewish jurors from courts
Exclusive investigation reveals London police officers are reportedly preventing Jewish individuals from serving on juries, prompting Home Secretary intervention and community outrage.
Grandparents jailed for life after abusing grandson
A Welsh couple has been sentenced to life imprisonment for subjecting their grandson to years of systematic physical and psychological torture in what judges described as one of the worst cases of child abuse ever encountered.
Police Chief: All Terror Suspects Deserve Jury Trials
Exclusive: UK's top counter-terror officer calls for jury trials in all terrorism cases following controversial Manchester ruling, sparking debate over justice system reforms.
US immigration courts remain open during government shutdown
In a dramatic departure from normal procedure, US immigration courts are being compelled to stay operational during the ongoing government shutdown, creating chaos and raising legal concerns.
No-fault divorce revolution transforms UK marriage laws
Groundbreaking reforms to marriage laws will introduce no-fault divorce in England and Wales, ending the blame game and reducing conflict for separating couples. Discover how this historic change will modernise family courts.
Belfast court evacuated in major security alert
A major security operation unfolded in Belfast city centre as the Royal Courts of Justice was evacuated following a suspicious object discovery, causing widespread disruption.
Algerian migrant gang jailed for London crime spree
Exclusive: Five Algerian men who entered Britain illegally via small boat have been sentenced for orchestrating a sophisticated theft operation targeting luxury goods and phones across London's financial district.
Lammy's justice reform plan and deputy PM ambitions
Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy outlines radical plans to overhaul Britain's 'broken' court system while positioning himself as potential deputy to Keir Starmer in future Labour government.
Woman stole £10k from elderly father-in-law, spared jail
Shocking case as Samantha Louise Jones avoids prison after embezzling thousands from vulnerable 81-year-old relative, spending funds on luxury items while he struggled financially.
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