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Court backlog hits record high, jury trial plans questioned

The backlog in Crown Courts has soared to nearly 80,000 cases, with magistrates' courts also at a record high. Justice Secretary David Lammy's plan to slash jury trials faces criticism as barristers call for more courtrooms. Read the full analysis.

Major Incident in Derby: 200 Homes Evacuated

A major incident has been declared in Derby, forcing the evacuation of hundreds of homes. Two men are in custody on suspicion of explosives offences. Follow the latest updates.

Teenager jailed for fatal Felixstowe car crash

An 18-year-old has been sentenced to four years in prison for causing the death of a 74-year-old woman by hitting her with a powerful sports car. Read the full story of the Felixstowe tragedy.

Driver admits causing death of 7-year-old Elsie

Veselin Dudenski, 39, pleads guilty to causing the death of Elsie Gascoigne, 7, by dangerous driving on the B1202 in Lincolnshire. He has been remanded into custody ahead of sentencing. Read the full story.

Soldier jailed for fatal stabbing of love rival

Kai Sainz-Stafford, 24, has been sentenced to over six years for manslaughter after stabbing Sam Siviter through the heart while on bail for another knife attack. Read the full story.

Teen sentenced for Mikey Roynon Bath house party death

A 16-year-old boy has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the manslaughter of 15-year-old Mikey Roynon during a violent altercation at a Bath house party, in a case that has shocked the community and raised concerns about youth violence.

Retired Doctor Jailed for Child Sex Offences

A former GP who abused his position of trust to commit horrific sexual offences against a young girl has been sentenced to 12 years behind bars in a shocking case that has rocked the medical community.

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