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.
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Just Stop Oil activists cleared over Stonehenge protest
In a stunning legal verdict, three Just Stop Oil activists have been acquitted for their Stonehenge protest after arguing their actions were justified by the climate emergency. The landmark case sets a significant precedent for environmental activism in t
Delta flight emergency after slide detaches mid-air
A Delta Airlines flight from New York to Los Angeles made an emergency return after an emergency slide detached from the aircraft shortly after takeoff, prompting aviation safety concerns.
Eastern Airways flight declares emergency over UK
A dramatic mid-air emergency unfolded as an Eastern Airways flight declared an emergency while flying over the UK, prompting a major response from emergency services and raising serious safety concerns.
Boeing 777's emergency plunge forces Turkey landing
A United Airlines Boeing 777 carrying 273 passengers experienced a severe mid-air emergency, plummeting dramatically before making an emergency landing in Turkey. Exclusive details reveal the terrifying moments aboard Flight UA959.
Delta flight engine failure sparks mid-air terror over Iceland
Passengers aboard a Delta Air Lines flight from Reykjavik to New York feared for their lives when an engine failure forced an emergency return to Iceland. Exclusive passenger accounts reveal the heart-stopping moments as the aircraft shuddered and plunged
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.
Delta flight diverts after crew medical emergency
A Delta Air Lines flight from Salt Lake City to Atlanta diverted to Albuquerque after a flight attendant suffered a serious medical emergency, with passengers rallying to assist the stricken crew member.
American Airlines flight diverts to Omaha after emergency
An American Airlines flight from Los Angeles to Washington DC made an emergency landing in Omaha after crew declared a mid-air emergency, with passengers reporting oxygen masks deploying and moments of panic aboard.
United Airlines pilot medical emergency forces plane to land
A United Airlines flight from Vegas to Virginia made an urgent emergency landing after the pilot suffered a serious medical emergency mid-flight, with passengers praising the calm response of cabin crew.
Woolworths worker's quick thinking saves customer in emergency
A Woolworths employee's heroic actions and rapid response averted potential disaster when a customer suffered a serious medical emergency in-store, showcasing remarkable presence of mind.
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.
Passenger dies on Amsterdam flight, emergency landing in Canada
A KLM flight from Amsterdam to Los Angeles made an emergency landing in Canada after a female passenger suffered a medical emergency and died, sparking an investigation into in-flight medical incidents.
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.
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