Lammy's jury trial reforms address UK justice crisis
Justice Secretary David Lammy proposes limiting jury trials to tackle England and Wales' 80,000-case backlog. Could this reform save Britain's collapsing justice system? Read our analysis.
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Lammy's jury trial cuts threaten UK justice system
Justice Secretary David Lammy's plan to slash jury trials risks undermining public confidence in UK courts while attempting to clear the massive case backlog. Read why this controversial proposal alarms legal experts.
Government Plans to Scrape Jury Trials Raise Concerns
The UK government's controversial proposals to remove jury trials in serious fraud cases sparks debate about democracy and justice. Explore what this means for your legal rights.
AI Evidence Blunder: Court Motion Rejected Over Errors
A US prosecutor's motion citing AI-generated inaccuracies has been rejected by a judge, highlighting growing concerns about artificial intelligence in legal proceedings. Learn about the case implications.
17-year asylum limbo: One man's UK ordeal
After fleeing torture, Ussu endured 17 years in UK asylum system facing homelessness, injury and legal failures. His story exposes systemic flaws in Britain's immigration process.
FIFA's Football Video Support System Trials in Australia
Football coaches in Australia will use challenge cards to trigger video reviews in a groundbreaking trial of FIFA's new Football Video Support system for leagues without full VAR resources.
Judges become 'human filters' for AI in courts
Australia's top judge warns AI use in courts has reached unsustainable levels, forcing judges to filter machine-generated arguments while acknowledging potential benefits for justice delivery.
UK's biggest migration overhaul in 50 years announced
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood reveals the UK's most significant legal migration reforms in half a century, prioritising high earners and NHS workers while extending settlement waits for benefit claimants.
Brit jailed for 19 months in Dubai on false charges
Luke Tully's luxury life in Dubai collapsed when he was wrongly accused of a drug crime. Read his shocking story of arrest and imprisonment.
Journalist faces Thai lawsuit for Malaysia criticism
Australian journalist Murray Hunter faces criminal defamation charges in Thailand over Substack articles criticising Malaysia's government. Read about this unprecedented transnational repression case.
Eminem sues Australian brand Swim Shady over trademark
Rap superstar Eminem launches legal action against Australian beach brand Swim Shady, claiming trademark infringement of his Slim Shady persona. Discover the details of this international legal battle.
Premier League agents threaten legal action over salary cap
Three major football agencies threaten legal action against the Premier League's proposed salary cap ahead of Friday's crucial vote. Discover how this could reshape English football's financial landscape.
Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%
New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.
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.
Microsoft AI Tool Faces Legal Action Over Fake Citations
Tech giant Microsoft confronts potential class action lawsuit after its AI-powered Copilot allegedly generated false legal precedents, misleading Australian lawyers and threatening court integrity.
Second wrongful prison release exposes system failures
England's prison system faces scrutiny after another inmate was mistakenly freed, revealing systemic failures and overcrowding that put public safety at risk.
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.
Victoria prisoners serving full terms in police cells
Exclusive investigation reveals Victoria's correctional system at breaking point as prisoners complete entire jail terms in police cells, raising serious human rights concerns.
Freed from Dubai prison, Bella Culley needs urgent NHS surgery
British woman Bella Culley, recently released from a Dubai prison after a nightmare ordeal, now faces a desperate race against time for life-changing NHS surgery back in the UK.
Australian November Books: Garner's Return & Must-Reads
Discover Australia's hottest November book releases featuring Helen Garner's first novel in years, Madeleine Gray's anticipated follow-up, and bold new takes on mythology.
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.
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.
Maine Prosecutor Faces Suspension Over Expense Scandal
District Attorney Natasha Irving faces suspension after explosive allegations of systematic expense fraud, improper hiring practices, and ethical breaches that have stunned Maine's legal community.
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.
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