Court Backlog Crisis: Bold Reforms for Swift Justice
With a backlog of 80,000 cases, the UK's justice system is in crisis. New government reforms aim to prioritise victims and deliver swifter justice. Read the analysis from a former prosecutor.
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Kennedy heir's campaign manager quits weeks into bid
Jack Schlossberg's run for Congress hits early turbulence as his campaign manager departs. The Kennedy grandson faces a crowded field in New York's 12th district.
UK Prison Population to Reach 100,000 Later Than Projected
New Ministry of Justice projections show England and Wales' prison population will hit 100,000 a year later than thought, reaching up to 103,600 by 2030. Discover the factors behind the shift and the ongoing crisis.
12 more prisoners accidentally released since November
Justice Secretary David Lammy confirms 12 further accidental prisoner releases since November, bringing the total to over 100 this year. Two remain at large. Read the latest.
Lammy Unveils Sweeping Court Reforms, Scrapping Some Jury Trials
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces bold reforms to clear the Crown Court backlog, including judge-only trials for less serious crimes. Will this plan deliver swift justice?
David Gandy calls for more 'good men' narratives
Supermodel David Gandy says there's a lack of positive male role models for young men and criticises Andrew Tate's 'immature' masculinity. Read his full interview and his support for the Lost Boys campaign.
Lammy to unveil major UK justice system reforms
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces major justice reforms to tackle record court backlogs and put victims first. Could jury trials be restricted?
Climate Justice Win: Lawyer's ICJ Victory Honoured
Human rights lawyer Julian Aguon secures Right Livelihood award after landmark ICJ climate ruling that could reshape environmental law and protect Indigenous communities worldwide.
Lammy's plan to restrict jury trials in England & Wales
Exclusive: David Lammy's radical plan to abolish jury trials for most cases, handling over 30,000 annually by judges alone. Is this the solution to the 78,000-case backlog? Read our analysis.
Jury trials to be scrapped for most crimes in UK
Labour's plan to end jury trials for all but the most serious offences faces furious backlash from lawyers who warn it will 'destroy justice as we know it' and undermine democracy. Discover the full story.
Kirsty MacColl's Son's 25-Year Fight for Justice
Louis Lillywhite reveals his 25-year agony over his mother Kirsty MacColl's death in a Mexican speedboat accident and the family's ongoing fight for accountability. Read his emotional story.
Chinook crash families secure MoD meeting after 31 years
Relatives of the 1994 RAF Chinook crash victims will finally meet defence ministers on December 16, describing it as ministers having 'deigned to meet us' after decades seeking answers about the tragedy that killed 29.
Fugees rapper sentenced to 14 years in prison
Grammy winner Pras Michel of the Fugees receives a 14-year prison sentence for illegally funnelling foreign money into Obama's 2012 campaign. Read the full story.
Florida Congresswoman Indicted for Stealing $5M Disaster Funds
US Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick faces federal charges for allegedly misappropriating $5 million in FEMA disaster relief to fund her 2021 campaign. Read the full details.
Justice Dept Sues Georgia Over 2020 Election
The US Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against Georgia, alleging discriminatory voting practices during the 2020 elections. Discover the details and implications.
Migrant sex offender freed in Home Office blunder
David Lammy faces scrutiny after Home Office error frees convicted migrant sex offender due to administrative failure, raising serious public safety concerns.
Police warn of crime wave as probation service fails
Exclusive: Senior police officials sound alarm over potential crime surge as Labour's controversial justice reforms threaten to overwhelm an already failing probation system. Lords prepare for critical showdown.
Lammy defends PMQs silence on prisoner error
Shadow Justice Secretary David Lammy justifies his decision not to raise a serious prisoner release error during Prime Minister's Questions, arguing it was inappropriate for the political theatre of the Commons.
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.
Lammy's shocking prison visit exposes overcrowding crisis
Shadow Justice Secretary David Lammy witnesses shocking conditions at Wandsworth Prison, calling for urgent reform as Labour pledges to tackle prison overcrowding and rehabilitation failures.
Prison Crisis: Lammy Confronts PM Over Escalating Escapes
Shadow Justice Secretary David Lammy exposes Britain's crumbling prison system as escape incidents surge and staffing crises deepen during fiery PMQs exchange.
Wandsworth inmate freed after 17 years maintains innocence
Billy Smith walks free from Wandsworth Prison after nearly two decades behind bars, continuing to protest his innocence in a controversial conviction that has drawn comparisons to the Post Office scandal.
Lammy slams Tories over prison system 'mess'
Justice Secretary David Lammy accuses former Conservative minister Robert Jenrick of leaving prisons in 'total mess' as overcrowding emergency deepens across England and Wales.
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.
Bayoh family condemns police federation's inquiry stance
The family of Sheku Bayoh has launched a scathing attack on the Scottish Police Federation, accusing them of attempting to undermine a landmark public inquiry into his death in police custody.
Post Office hero Alan Bates receives CBE after justice battle
Alan Bates, the former subpostmaster who led the fight against the Post Office Horizon scandal, has been formally recognised with a CBE after initially rejecting the honour over government inaction.
Starmer's Hillsborough legacy as new PM scrutinised
New Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces scrutiny over his historical role in Hillsborough prosecutions while pledging to deliver justice for families in government.
Shabana Mahmood appointed Justice Secretary in Labour government
Labour MP Shabana Mahmood becomes Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice in Keir Starmer's new government, marking a historic appointment in UK politics.
DOJ Finds Systemic Racism in Minneapolis and Phoenix Police
A landmark investigation reveals Minneapolis and Phoenix police departments engaged in systemic discrimination against Black and minority communities, following George Floyd's murder.
English prisoners transferred to Welsh jails in capacity crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals Westminster's controversial prisoner transfer programme to Wales, sparking devolution concerns and straining Welsh prison resources.
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