Legal Experts Defend Jury Trials in UK Justice System
Barristers argue jurors provide a crucial 'humane perspective' that professional judges cannot. Discover why calls to slash jury use face fierce opposition from legal professionals.
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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 to be axed for crimes with 3-year sentences
Justice Secretary David Lammy plans to abolish jury trials for crimes likely to get 3 years or less, introducing 'swift courts'. Critics call it an attack on an ancient right.
Major UK Court Reforms to Tackle 80,000 Case Backlog
Justice Secretary David Lammy unveils plans to restrict jury trials in a bid to tackle the record 80,000-case crown court backlog. Critics warn it erodes a fundamental right.
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.
Prison guard: Notorious robber Bronson set for release
Exclusive: A prison officer reveals Britain's most notorious inmate Charles Bronson could be released within months after nearly 50 years in custody, despite his violent reputation.
Saudi hotel worker jailed for sexual assault
A migrant worker from Saudi Arabia has been sentenced to 10 months in prison after admitting to sexually assaulting a woman in a British hotel. The shocking incident occurred when the hotel employee entered the victim's room uninvited.
Lords challenge government sentencing powers after murder case
Ministers confront House of Lords rebellion as peers demand changes to sentencing rules following Olivia Pratt-Korbel's tragic murder case.
Govt delays justice reforms after Olivia Pratt-Korbel tragedy
Ministers under fire as long-awaited legislation to protect witnesses and victims remains stalled, nearly two years after nine-year-old Olivia's murder shocked the nation.
Killer's chilling court confession: 'I'd do it again'
A convicted murderer stunned a London courtroom with a brazen admission that he would commit the brutal killing again, revealing shocking details of the attack that left a man dead.
Children Under 14 'Incapable of Evil' - NSW Review
A groundbreaking NSW review recommends raising the age of criminal responsibility to 14, arguing younger children lack moral capacity and require protection, not punishment.
Kentucky Court Overturns Murder Conviction Over Jury Bias
In a groundbreaking decision, Kentucky's highest court has overturned Kevon Lawless's murder conviction, citing racial bias in jury selection that could reshape criminal justice proceedings across the state.
First 'Guardian Shield' charge: Alleged crime boss in court
Alleged organised crime figure Ferras Merhi, the first person charged under Australia's new 'Guardian Shield' laws, has faced court in a landmark case that could redefine how authorities tackle sophisticated criminal networks.
Venezuela's Tren de Aragua gang expands globally
Exclusive investigation reveals how the notorious Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua is transforming into an international criminal empire, with operations spreading across Latin America and raising alarm among global law enforcement agencies.
Husband parades wife's head after decapitation in London
A horrific domestic violence case in London sees husband convicted after decapitating his wife and parading her head through the streets in a brutal attack that has shocked the nation.
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.
Rochdale grooming gang convicted for schoolgirl exploitation
Nine men have been found guilty of systematic sexual exploitation against vulnerable schoolgirls in Rochdale, following a major police investigation into grooming gang activities in Greater Manchester.
Couple jailed for life in brutal rape and torture case
A depraved couple who subjected their victim to a horrific ordeal of rape, strangulation and burning have been sentenced to life in prison for their brutal crimes in a case that has shocked the nation.
Manchester bomber's brother faces new assault charges
Hashem Abedi, brother of Manchester Arena suicide bomber Salman Abedi, faces new charges for allegedly assaulting prison officers while serving his life sentence.
Two men deny plotting arson attack on media company
Two men have pleaded not guilty to plotting an arson attack on a London media company's offices in a case involving alleged criminal damage conspiracies.
Mass Killers Share Chilling Pattern, Veteran Journalist Reveals
Exclusive: A veteran crime journalist reveals the terrifying common denominator linking the world's most notorious mass killers after conducting unprecedented prison interviews.
Judge spares drug dealer over 'slavery trauma' claim
A controversial judge has ignited fury after citing the 'historical trauma of slavery' as reason to avoid sentencing a convicted drug dealer to prison, in a ruling that's raising serious questions about judicial impartiality.
Tommy Robinson faces three-week prison sentence
English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson could be jailed for three weeks as he faces contempt of court proceedings following controversial social media posts about an ongoing criminal trial.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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