IPP sentences called 'national embarrassment' by prison staff
Exclusive: Prison officers join mounting pressure to reform controversial IPP sentences, with nearly 3,000 inmates still incarcerated beyond tariff completion.
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Father attacks son's killer in courtroom drama
A Connecticut courtroom descended into chaos as a bereaved father launched a violent attack on his son's convicted murderer during an emotional sentencing hearing. The shocking incident occurred just moments after the killer was sentenced for the brutal s
Minister's child sex case intervention sparks political storm
Robert Jenrick faces Labour fury after personally writing to sentencing council demanding tougher penalties for child sexual abuse images, in what critics call a 'political stunt'.
Tory plan to scrap Sentencing Council branded 'bonkers'
Conservative proposal to abolish independent Sentencing Council and hand power to politicians faces fierce backlash from judiciary and legal professionals who warn it threatens judicial independence.
O.J. Simpson's Lawyer Warns Diddy Over Sentencing Mistake
Exclusive: O.J. Simpson's former attorney reveals the critical error Sean 'Diddy' Combs must avoid during sentencing that could determine his prison fate, drawing parallels to the infamous murder case.
Diddy's courtroom scream during sentencing shocks trial
Music mogul Diddy erupted in a furious courtroom scream as a judge delivered his sentence in a dramatic trial that has captivated the entertainment world. The emotional outburst stunned observers during the high-profile proceedings.
Man trapped 9 years under abolished IPP sentence
Exclusive investigation reveals how Thomas White, sentenced to 10 months in 2015, remains detained nine years later under the controversial Imprisonment for Public Protection scheme.
Teen smirks through sentencing for brutal schoolboy attack
A 16-year-old boy smirked and laughed as he was sentenced for a vicious assault that left a schoolboy with a fractured skull and bleeding on the brain. The shocking lack of remorse was condemned in court.
Judges to Ignore Government Sentencing Demands
The Sentencing Council for England and Wales declares judicial independence, stating courts will base decisions on evidence, not political pressure from ministers.
UK Overhauls Sentencing: New Powers to Challenge Lenient Sentences
The UK Sentencing Council gains significant new powers, allowing it to proactively refer unduly lenient sentences to the Court of Appeal for review, marking a major shift in criminal justice policy.
New UK sentencing rules for burglars favour tougher penalties
The Sentencing Council for England and Wales announces stricter guidelines for domestic burglaries, emphasising trauma impact and targeting repeat offenders with harsher penalties.
IPP Prison 'Life Sentence' Scandal Exposed by Probation Chief
England and Wales face a human rights crisis as 1,800 IPP-sentenced inmates remain imprisoned, many years beyond their original tariff. Probation chief Martin Jones demands urgent government action to resolve this 'indefinite' sentencing scandal.
3,000 prisoners trapped under abolished IPP sentences
Exclusive investigation reveals nearly 3,000 inmates remain incarcerated under abolished IPP sentences, with self-harm rates soaring and government promises unfulfilled.
Mum who killed with hammer walks free
A mother who brutally killed a man with a hammer has avoided jail, leaving the victim's family furious over the 'lenient' sentence.
Thug jailed for acid attack threats
A violent criminal who terrorised a woman with threats of acid attacks and physical violence has been sentenced to 12 years behind bars. Read the shocking details of his reign of terror.
Drifter jailed for murdering mother on dog walk
A dangerous drifter who killed a mother-of-six in a brutal attack while she was walking her dog has been sentenced to 25 years in prison. The killer had been on the run, living in fear of being exposed.
Paedophile jailed for assaulting schoolgirl behind curtains
A depraved predator who tricked a vulnerable schoolgirl into having sex behind curtains has been locked up for his vile actions. Read the shocking details of this disturbing case.
UK prison crisis: How sentencing policies are failing
A deep dive into how strict sentencing policies in the UK have led to an overwhelmed prison system, sparking calls for urgent reform.
Suffolk man jailed for 14 years over violent assault
A 41-year-old man from Suffolk has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for a brutal attack on a woman in Ipswich, leaving her with life-changing injuries.
Transgender paedophile jailed for online grooming
A transgender paedophile who posed as a woman online to access dating sites and groom children has been sentenced to prison. Read the shocking details of the case.
7-year sentence for child rapist sparks outrage
An Iranian man convicted of raping a 13-year-old girl in an alleyway has been sentenced to just seven years in prison, sparking outrage as the judge ruled he 'did not pose a danger to the public.'
Sexsomnia rapist jailed for 11 years after brutal abuse
A violent predator who attempted to use 'sexsomnia' as an excuse for raping a woman during a prolonged campaign of abuse has been sentenced to 11 years in prison.
Care worker jailed for grooming vulnerable boy
A care worker has been sentenced to prison for grooming and sexually abusing a vulnerable boy at a children's home, exposing systemic failures in safeguarding.
Man jailed for fake gun threat to police
A 34-year-old man has been sentenced to prison after brandishing what appeared to be a firearm concealed in a paper bag at police officers in Worcestershire.
Diddy denied bail ahead of sentencing
Music mogul Diddy has been denied bail as he awaits sentencing in a high-profile legal case, sparking widespread media attention.
Westminster rioters sentenced after violent clash
Dozens of rioters have been handed prison sentences following violent clashes in Westminster after a local election result. Read the full story.
Man jailed for threatening to 'kill in God's name'
A 42-year-old man from Cambridge has been sentenced to prison after sending threatening emails to a local church, invoking religious extremism.
Dad jailed 50 years for son's torture murder
A father has been sentenced to 50 years in prison for the horrific abuse and murder of his 5-year-old son, whose injuries were described as 'torture' by authorities.
Ex-TV producer jailed for child abuse offences
Ex-Channel Nine producer Ben McCormack has been sentenced for child abuse material offences, following a disturbing investigation into his online activities.
Teen's killer Troy Lamar Fox gets life sentence
Troy Lamar Fox has been sentenced for the brutal murder of 16-year-old Briana Soto, who was shot dead outside her home in a shocking act of violence.
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