Labour urged to raise age of criminal responsibility
A major report demands Labour raises the age of criminal responsibility from 10 to 14, arguing the current law harms vulnerable children. Read the full findings.
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Judges urge raising criminal age from 10 to 14
Former Supreme Court President Lady Hale leads calls to raise the age of criminal responsibility from 10 to 14, citing neuroscience and international norms. The government opposes the change.
Criminal barristers plot strike over jury trial cuts
Criminal barristers are planning industrial action that could bring courts to a standstill, opposing Justice Secretary David Lammy's proposal to slash jury trials by half. Read the full story.
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.
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.
Government Plans to Scrape Jury Trials Raise Concerns
The UK government's controversial proposals to remove jury trials in serious fraud cases sparks debate about democracy and justice. Explore what this means for your legal rights.
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.
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.
Debt Collection Charges Dismissed Against Panthera
Criminal charges against debt firm Panthera Finance dismissed after court rules it wasn't technically collecting. Consumer Affairs Victoria ordered to pay costs. Read the full analysis.
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.
NSW child protection law faces 'shock' loophole
A controversial loophole in NSW's new child protection legislation could see more children incarcerated despite reforms intended to strengthen safeguards for 10-14 year olds.
Scottish Abortion Review Proposes Major Law Changes
A Scottish Government review proposes decriminalising abortion and allowing terminations post-24 weeks with two doctors' approval. Discover the controversial recommendations and reactions.
Tremane Wood Granted Clemency in Oklahoma Death Row Case
Oklahoma's Pardon and Parole Board recommends clemency for death row inmate Tremane Wood, commuting his sentence to life without parole. Discover the case details and what this means for criminal justice reform.
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.
Prison Crisis: Wrongful Releases Expose Broken System
Exclusive investigation reveals Britain's prison service is buckling under systemic pressures, with mistaken releases reaching critical levels. Discover how institutional failures, not individual errors, are putting public safety at risk.
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.
Jelly Roll: From criminal to Louis Vuitton ambassador
Country music star Jelly Roll opens up about his incredible journey from convicted felon to Louis Vuitton ambassador in a powerful interview about redemption and second chances.
FBI and ICE Impersonators Exposed in Major Crime Ring
Exclusive investigation reveals sophisticated criminal network using fake FBI and ICE credentials to commit serious offences across the United States. Authorities warn public to remain vigilant.
Killer freed on bail murders young father after rape charge
Exclusive: A dangerous criminal released on bail for a brutal knifepoint rape went on to murder a young father in a vicious attack, raising serious questions about Britain's justice system.
UK bans strangulation in pornography
New legislation making pornography depicting strangulation a criminal offence comes into force in the UK, marking a significant shift in online safety regulation.
Philly DA Krasner Wins Historic Third Term
Progressive firebrand Larry Krasner defies national political trends to win unprecedented third term as Philadelphia District Attorney, signalling continued support for criminal justice reform.
Teen murder suspect shot by police in South Carolina
A 19-year-old wanted for his grandmother's brutal killing has been fatally shot by law enforcement officers in South Carolina after allegedly reaching for a weapon during attempted arrest.
Mafia boss becomes prison 'ambassador' in stunning turnaround
Exclusive insight into how notorious criminal Luigi Mangione has become an unlikely peacemaker and respected figure within the federal prison system, earning favour with both inmates and guards.
Perdue Farms faces jail time in California animal welfare case
Major American poultry producer Perdue Farms could see executives imprisoned after California authorities filed criminal charges over alleged animal cruelty and failure to comply with Proposition 12 standards.
Freed after 43 wrongful years, now faces deportation
Glynn Simmons, who served the longest wrongful prison sentence in US history, now faces deportation threat from ICE despite his recent exoneration.
Wrongly jailed 43 years, now detained by ICE
After spending 43 years in prison for a crime he didn't commit, Glynn Simmons faces further detention by ICE despite his exoneration, highlighting serious concerns about justice system failures.
Reform UK: Let Ministers Override International Law
Danny Kruger's Reform UK party unveils radical constitutional reforms that would grant ministers power to disregard international treaties, sparking legal and diplomatic concerns.
Maher & Sheen: Decriminalise Street Theft to Fix Crime
Comedian Bill Maher and actor Charlie Sheen spark controversy with unconventional approach to tackling crime, suggesting decriminalisation of street theft in California.
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