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Mother's fury as son's killer walks free on bail

Exclusive: The grieving mother of murdered teenager Mikey Roynon speaks out after her son's violent killer is granted bail despite previous convictions, raising serious questions about Britain's justice system.

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.

Greg Lynn: Manslaughter Charges Possible if Appeal Succeeds

As convicted murderer Greg Lynn prepares to appeal his High Country killings conviction, legal authorities reveal manslaughter charges could be reconsidered if his conviction is overturned. Explore the potential legal scenarios in this developing case.

Prison Service Crisis: Two Inmates Wrongly Freed

Exclusive: The Ministry of Justice faces crisis after two prisoners were incorrectly released in separate incidents, raising serious questions about prison security protocols and public safety.

British grandmother's 12-year Georgia prison ordeal

Bella Culley, a 55-year-old British grandmother, faces 12 years in a Georgian prison for alleged drug trafficking after authorities found 62g of heroin in her car. Her family claims she's an innocent victim caught in a terrifying legal nightmare abroad.

Top lawyer ousted in client fund misuse scandal

Prominent London solicitor James Donovan dismissed from PCB Litigation after allegedly misusing millions in client funds for luxury private jet travel, extravagant parties, and personal expenses in shocking financial misconduct case.

Baldoni and Lively settle copyright lawsuit

Actor Justin Baldoni settles copyright infringement case with Blake Lively over film adaptation rights, ending prolonged legal dispute that captivated Hollywood.

Scherzinger Settles Pussycat Dolls Legal Battle

Former Pussycat Dolls star Nicole Scherzinger has reached a confidential settlement with the group's founder Robin Antin after a bitter legal dispute over the cancelled 2020 reunion tour that left fans disappointed.

Florida death penalty now requires only 8-4 jury vote

Governor Ron DeSantis has signed into law a radical change to Florida's death penalty system, allowing capital punishment with just 8-4 jury recommendations, sparking immediate legal challenges and human rights concerns.

EU digital border checks paused at Dover amid delay fears

French border officials have suspended the controversial new EU digital border checks at Dover, preventing what experts warned could become four-hour queues for British travellers. The last-minute pause comes as relief for summer holidaymakers facing pote

EU Border System Delays Threaten UK Travel Chaos

Critical delays to the EU's new border control system threaten massive disruptions at Dover and Eurotunnel, with potential 14-hour queues and £3 billion economic impact looming.

Justin Baldoni misses deadline in Blake Lively lawsuit

Jane the Virgin star Justin Baldoni encounters mounting legal pressure after failing to respond to lawsuits filed by Blake Lively and The New York Times over his controversial film project about child labour.

Miller: Trump to Target FBI Agents in Political War

Former Trump advisor Stephen Miller declares war on the FBI, promising aggressive legal action against agents in a controversial speech that signals Trump's hardline approach to justice and immigration.

Glasgow Sharia Council Under Investigation

An exclusive Sky News investigation reveals concerns about a Sharia law council operating in Glasgow, raising questions about religious arbitration in Scotland's legal system.

Prison System Crisis: Inmate Accidentally Released

An extraordinary administrative error that freed a prisoner reveals deep systemic failures within Britain's overcrowded and under-resourced prison system, raising urgent questions about public safety and rehabilitation.

Judge's compassionate act moves murder case courtroom to tears

In an extraordinary display of judicial humanity, a High Court judge halts proceedings to comfort the grieving father of a young woman brutally murdered by her ex-boyfriend, creating a poignant courtroom moment that has touched legal circles.

Rebel Wilson Must Pay Bauer Media's Legal Costs

Hollywood star Rebel Wilson faces fresh legal turmoil as new court documents reveal she must cover Bauer Media's substantial legal fees following her unsuccessful appeal in their long-running defamation case.

UK prosecutor summoned to Chinese parliament

The Crown Prosecution Service confirms its chief has been formally requested to appear before China's National People's Congress, raising questions about UK-China legal relations and diplomatic protocols.

Businessman's 'No Face, No Case' Defence Goes Viral

A British entrepreneur's controversial social media strategy of concealing his identity during court proceedings sparks legal debate and online frenzy. Discover how his 'no face, no case' approach challenges modern justice systems.

Psychologist's 'unsafe' evidence removed children from mothers

A clinical psychologist's controversial evidence resulted in twelve children being removed from their mothers before her testimony was completely discredited and thrown out of court, revealing serious concerns about expert witness practices in family proc

Letitia James aide fired in Virginia prosecutor role

New York Attorney General Letitia James under fire as senior aide Elizabeth Yusi is abruptly dismissed from Virginia position, raising questions about political interference and professional conduct.

Barristers win right to remove court wigs

In a historic move, barristers in England and Wales can now ditch traditional wigs after legal chiefs rule them culturally insensitive in modern courtroom proceedings.

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