Home Office Faces Court Over Epping Immigration Raid
The Home Office's controversial immigration enforcement operation in Epping is under legal fire as the Court of Appeal grants a judicial review, citing potential 'unlawful' detention practices.
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Murderer's sentence slashed in shock court ruling
A convicted murderer serving a 23-year sentence could be freed early after a landmark High Court ruling deemed his original term 'excessive'. The case has ignited a fierce debate on justice and sentencing in the UK.
Court Slams Home Office for 'Egregious' Legal Breach
The Court of Appeal has delivered a scathing rebuke to the Home Office for unlawfully denying an Iranian man's asylum claim and attempting to deport him without a fair hearing, in a landmark ruling for immigration justice.
Landmark Appeal Overturns 50-Year Murder Conviction
In a stunning legal reversal, the Court of Appeal has quashed the murder conviction of a man imprisoned for nearly five decades for the 1975 Epping Forest killing, citing 'new and compelling evidence' that has rocked the British justice system.
Epping Forest Double Murder Convictions Overturned After 41 Years
The Court of Appeal quashes the 41-year-old murder convictions of two men in a shocking miscarriage of justice case from Epping Forest, citing 'lurid' and unreliable cell confession evidence.
Sex Therapist Barred From Suing Ex-Landlord
A London-based sex therapist has been barred from pursuing further civil claims against her former landlord after a judge deemed her relentless litigation an abuse of process and issued a restraining order.
Sex attacker wins human rights case over deportation fears
A Syrian refugee convicted of sexually assaulting a teenager has successfully argued that his imprisonment breaches his human rights due to the potential for deportation upon release. The Court of Appeal has ruled in his favour, sparking widespread debate
High Court Rejects Epping Forest Killer's Sentence Appeal
The High Court has dismissed a legal challenge from a convicted murderer who killed a man in Epping Forest. Read the full details of the case and the judges' ruling.
Gunman shot after opening fire in Wellington High Court
A gunman has been shot by police after opening fire inside Wellington's High Court, sending the Newtown courthouse into lockdown. No members of the public were injured in the incident.
Government Faces High Court Challenge Over Council Funds
Ministers are accused of using an 'irrational' and 'unfair' formula to slash funding for local services in England, as a landmark legal battle begins.
Wimbledon expansion blocked by Court of Appeal
The All England Club's controversial £65 million Wimbledon expansion fails as Court of Appeal upholds decision to protect historic parkland in major setback for tennis authorities.
Court blocks Wimbledon's £200m expansion plan
The All England Club's controversial £200m Wimbledon expansion plan has been decisively blocked by the Court of Appeal, preserving 73 mature trees and ending a bitter three-year legal battle with local residents and environmental campaigners.
Noel Clarke loses libel case against The Guardian
Actor Noel Clarke has suffered a major legal defeat in his libel claim against The Guardian, with the High Court dismissing his case over the newspaper's investigation into serious sexual misconduct allegations.
Home Office Appeals Epping Forest Asylum Hotel Ruling
The Home Office is challenging a landmark High Court ruling that blocked the use of a hotel in Epping Forest for asylum seekers, setting the stage for a major legal battle over the UK's migrant accommodation crisis.
Lehrmann Appeals to High Court in Higgins Defamation Case
Bruce Lehrmann's barrister, Matthew Richardson SC, seeks special leave to appeal to the High Court, challenging the Federal Court's ruling on the controversial Channel Ten interview with Brittany Higgins. The appeal argues significant legal errors in the
Appeals Court Dismisses $454M Trump Fraud Case
A New York appeals court has dismissed the $454 million fraud case against Donald Trump, a significant legal victory for the former President that halts the asset seizure threat from Letitia James.
Trump's $454m Fraud Bond Slashed to $175m in Court Win
A New York appeals court delivers a stunning financial reprieve for Donald Trump, drastically reducing his bond requirement in a civil fraud case and pausing sanctions against his sons.
Lehrmann's Defamation Appeal Dismissed, Must Pay Costs
In a decisive ruling, Bruce Lehrmann's appeal against Network Ten and Lisa Wilkinson has been dismissed, cementing his status as a high-profile loser and ordering him to pay the network's legal costs. The Federal Court's judgment marks a critical juncture
Holidaymaker's £100 parking fine becomes £1,700 nightmare
A tourist's dream holiday in Cornwall turned into a financial nightmare after a disputed parking fine from a private firm spiralled into a £1,700 court battle. Discover how a common mistake led to a devastating legal loophole.
Pensioner wins landmark court case against parking firm
A retired engineer from Bristol has scored a stunning victory against a major parking firm in a David vs Goliath legal battle, setting a powerful precedent for motorists across the UK.
Lehrmann loses defamation appeal against Wilkinson, Network 10
Bruce Lehrmann's appeal in his high-stakes defamation case against Lisa Wilkinson and Network 10 has been decisively dismissed by the Federal Court, a major victory for the media defendants.
Judge slams Facebook Marketplace as 'toxic' after robbery
A High Court judge has issued a scathing indictment of Facebook Marketplace, branding it a 'toxic' platform for criminals after a couple was violently robbed in their Epping home by fraudsters posing as buyers.
Lucy Letby's lawyers challenge murder conviction as 'unsafe'
Lucy Letby's defence team argues her conviction for murdering seven babies is 'unsafe' due to alleged flaws in expert evidence. The appeal could reshape one of Britain's most harrowing criminal cases.
Lucy Letby granted appeal over baby murders conviction
Notorious child killer Lucy Letby has been granted fresh hope as her legal team prepares to present new evidence in a bid to overturn her convictions. The former nurse, serving a whole-life order, could see her case reopened following a dramatic court dev
MPs demand inquiry as Letby appeals baby murders conviction
Senior MPs call for a public inquiry into the Lucy Letby case as her legal team prepares to appeal the conviction. Questions arise over hospital and police handling.
Judge halts deportation over wife's ADHD
A Canadian court has blocked the deportation of an Indian man after a judge ruled his wife's ADHD could cause 'irreparable harm' if he were removed. The controversial decision has sparked debate over immigration policies.
Teen killer Bhim Kohli loses sentence appeal
Bhim Kohli, the teenage murderer who brutally killed a man in a vicious attack, has lost his appeal to reduce his prison sentence. Read the full story here.
Bhim Kohli's manslaughter appeal rejected
The Court of Appeal has upheld the manslaughter conviction of Bhim Kohli, who was found guilty of killing his wife in a case that shocked the community. Read the full details here.
Court Upholds Sentence in Leicestershire Child Abuse Case
The Court of Appeal has dismissed an appeal by a Leicestershire man convicted of serious child abuse offences, reaffirming the severity of his crimes.
Leicester police lose misconduct appeal
Two Leicester police officers have failed in their bid to overturn misconduct findings after a Court of Appeal ruling. The case highlights ongoing scrutiny of police accountability.
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