Public Officials Face Jail in New UK Misconduct Law
A landmark new bill will introduce criminal sanctions, including imprisonment, for public officials who breach official codes of conduct, marking the UK's toughest-ever anti-corruption measure.
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Innocent Woman Jailed 16 Months in Shocking Court Mistake
A British woman endured 16 months of wrongful imprisonment after being mistaken for her criminal father in a catastrophic court mix-up. Her harrowing story exposes critical flaws in the justice system.
Imran Khan's Wife Alleges Torture in Pakistan Prison
Bushra Bibi, wife of former Pakistani PM Imran Khan, files a formal complaint with the UN, detailing alleged torture and mistreatment during her incarceration. Her legal team demands an independent investigation.
Life for Syrian man in German knife attack
A German court has sentenced a 26-year-old Syrian man to life imprisonment for a brutal knife attack in Solingen that left one woman dead and several injured, raising serious questions about extremism and public safety.
Couple jailed for keeping six kids locked in filthy home
A depraved couple has been sentenced after their six children were discovered malnourished and imprisoned in squalid, padlocked rooms in a case that has shocked the nation.
Daughter of Abuser Voluntarily Enters NSW Prison After His Death
A New South Wales woman's extraordinary decision to enter prison voluntarily after her abusive father's death reveals deep trauma and sparks a national conversation about justice for victims of familial sexual abuse.
Australia court orders release of detained Afghan asylum seekers
A landmark Australian High Court ruling orders the immediate release of a detained Afghan asylum seeker family, challenging the government's indefinite immigration detention policies and setting a pivotal legal precedent.
US Deportees Illegally Imprisoned in Eswatini
Exclusive: Lawyers reveal a group of men deported from the US to the Kingdom of Eswatini are being held in prison illegally, sparking a major diplomatic and human rights crisis.
Three Men Charged in West Bromwich Child Abduction
West Midlands Police charge three men with kidnap and false imprisonment after an 11-year-old boy was abducted in West Bromwich. The suspects remain in custody awaiting a court appearance.
Perth 'House of Horrors' Duo Jailed for Torture
Two men have been sentenced to over a decade in prison for the brutal torture and false imprisonment of a man in a Perth property, in a case described by the judge as 'medieval' and 'sadistic'.
Westminster Bridge predator jailed indefinitely
Dangerous offender Mohammed Ali, 35, has been handed an indefinite prison sentence after a vicious attempted rape on a lone woman near the Houses of Parliament. The judge deemed him a continued threat to the public.
Josef Fritzl's lawyer pushes for early release
The lawyer of Josef Fritzl, Austria's most infamous rapist and captor, argues for his early release, sparking outrage and debate over justice and rehabilitation.
IPP Prisoner Joe Outlaw: A Decade Without Release
Joe Outlaw, serving an Imprisonment for Public Protection (IPP) sentence, has spent over a decade in prison with no set release date, sparking outrage over the controversial sentencing scheme.
Judges forced to apologise over IPP sentences scandal
Judges in England and Wales are issuing apologies for imposing now-defunct IPP sentences, leaving thousands in legal limbo. Discover the shocking details behind this ongoing scandal.
Campaigners Demand End to Indefinite Prison Sentences
Campaigners are urging the UK government to repeal the controversial Imprisonment for Public Protection (IPP) sentences, which have left thousands in legal limbo.
IPP Prisoners Still Jailed Years After Sentence Abolition
A damning report highlights how thousands of prisoners under the abolished IPP sentences remain incarcerated, with many denied parole despite serving beyond their minimum terms.
UK businessman faces life sentence in Dubai
The family of Ryan Cornelius, a British businessman imprisoned in Dubai for 15 years, is pleading with the UK Foreign Office to secure his release amid concerns over his deteriorating health and alleged unfair trial.
Life sentence for Winchester murderer
A Winchester man has been sentenced to life in prison for the horrific murder of a woman, with the judge describing the crime as 'exceptionally brutal'.
UK jail escape trial reignites indefinite sentences debate
A high-profile prison escape case has reignited discussions about the fairness and effectiveness of indefinite sentences in the UK justice system.
Habibur Masum gets life for mother-of-three's murder
Habibur Masum has been sentenced to life in prison for the brutal murder of a mother-of-three in a shocking case that has gripped the nation. Read the full story here.
Turkish opposition leader İmamoğlu jailed
Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, a prominent critic of President Erdoğan, has been sentenced to prison in a case widely seen as politically motivated. The ruling sparks fears of further erosion of Turkey’s democratic institutions.
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