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Victims' chief warns system is broken, backs jury trial cuts

New Victims' Commissioner Claire Waxman warns victims' voices must be heard in debate over cutting jury trials. She says radical change is needed to end court backlog leaving victims waiting years for justice. Read her urgent plea.

Four victims of Swiss ski bar fire identified as teens

The first four victims of a devastating Swiss ski resort bar fire have been named as two women and two men, all aged between 16 and 21. The tragedy has sparked a major investigation as owners face manslaughter charges.

Legal shake-up to protect rape victims in court

New laws will stop rape victims being questioned on past sexual history and prevent the 'serial liar' trope in courtrooms. Justice Secretary David Lammy calls it the biggest change in a generation.

Lammy's £550m plan to slash crown court backlog

Justice Secretary David Lammy announces £550m for victims and radical plans to reduce jury trials, aiming to tackle a crown court backlog set to hit 100,000 cases. Read the full details.

Epstein Victims' Justice: A Ticking Timebomb

V (formerly Eve Ensler) warns that without justice for Epstein's victims, millions of sexual violence survivors face a breaking point. Read the urgent call for accountability.

Forensic artist helps jail over 1,300 criminals

Lois Gibson turned her violent assault into a world-record career in forensic art, leading to the identification of 1,313 criminals. Discover how her trauma forged a weapon for justice.

Lady Newlove, victims' commissioner, dies aged 63

Helen Newlove transformed personal tragedy into powerful advocacy for crime victims, becoming Victims' Commissioner and Conservative peer. Her legacy includes the 2024 Victims and Prisoners Act.

Victims' Commissioner Helen Newlove dies aged 63

Baroness Helen Newlove, the Victims' Commissioner for England and Wales, has passed away following a short illness. The fierce campaigner for victims' rights transformed the role. Read her powerful story.

Victims' Commissioner Baroness Newlove Dies at 63

Baroness Helen Newlove, the Victims’ Commissioner for England and Wales, has died after a short illness. A passionate advocate for victims' rights, her legacy transformed the role. Our thoughts are with her family.

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.

Hillsborough Bill Scrapped in Government U-turn

The government has officially withdrawn the controversial Legacy and Reconciliation Bill, delivering a major victory for Hillsborough families who fought against what they called a 'betrayal' of the 97 victims.

Starmer: Hillsborough Law in first 100 days as PM

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer commits to introducing the Hillsborough Law within his first 100 days in office, delivering justice for victims' families after decades of campaigning.

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.

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