Gang rape convictions quashed in NSW Supreme Court
Two men will face a retrial and a third is acquitted after their gang rape convictions were overturned on appeal. The case relates to a 2022 bucks party in Newcastle. Read the latest.
Category : Courts
Sexual abuse survivor urges Lammy to halt jury trial cuts
Vicki Crawford, who waited nearly six years for justice, urges the Government not to use victims' trauma to justify controversial plans to slash jury trials. Read her powerful open letter.
Criminal barristers plot strike over jury trial cuts
Criminal barristers are planning industrial action that could bring courts to a standstill, opposing Justice Secretary David Lammy's proposal to slash jury trials by half. Read the full story.
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.
911 Audio Released in Mangione Murder Case
A judge has released the 911 call that led to Luigi Mangione's arrest for murder. Hear the pivotal audio and learn about the press's fight for transparency in this high-profile case.
Jury trials scrapped in some cases to tackle court backlog
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces major court reforms, including judge-only trials for some offences, as crown court backlog hits over 78,000 cases. Critics warn of eroding fundamental rights.
Jury trials scrapped in bid to tackle court backlog
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces plans to scrap jury trials for some offences and create 'swift courts' to tackle record crown court delays. Critics warn it erodes a fundamental right.
Man accused of Bradford fire murders tells court 'I'm done'
Calum Sunderland stopped his evidence at Doncaster Crown Court, where he denies murdering a mother and her three children in a house fire in Bradford. The trial continues.
Justice Secretary sets out reforms to tackle courts emergency
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces major reforms to tackle the record crown court backlog, including limiting jury trials and a £550m victim support fund. Will it deliver swift justice?
Lammy to overhaul justice system, may curb jury trials
Justice Secretary David Lammy unveils a 'fast and fair' plan to tackle the courts emergency, including limiting jury trials for less serious offences. Will it work?
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.
Justice Secretary Announces Reforms to Tackle Courts Emergency
Justice Secretary David Lammy sets out a major overhaul of the criminal justice system to tackle record backlogs and deliver swifter justice for victims. Read the key proposals.
Key evidence hearing in New York healthcare CEO murder case
Alleged gunman Luigi Mangione appears in Manhattan court for a crucial hearing on evidence admissibility in the killing of United HealthCare's Brian Thompson. Follow the latest developments.
Young barristers spark fury with social media posts
A generational clash rocks the legal profession as young barristers face criticism for posting TikTok and Instagram content. Discover how social media is dividing Britain's legal elite.
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.
Liverpool Parade Crash Suspect Returns to Court
Paul Doyle, 54, denies 31 charges as his trial continues over the Liverpool victory parade crash that injured over 100 people. Follow the latest updates from court.
Radical Plan to Scrap Jury Trials for Most Cases
Justice Secretary David Lammy proposes removing jury trials for most crimes to tackle record 78,000-case court backlog. Critics warn this could 'destroy justice as we know it'.
Lammy's Plan: Jury Trials Only for Most Serious Crimes
Justice Secretary David Lammy suggests limiting jury trials to rape, murder, and manslaughter cases to tackle the 78,000-case court backlog. Discover the controversial plans for court reform.
Saudi asylum seeker in court for Tube station assault
A Saudi Arabian asylum seeker has appeared at Inner London Crown Court charged with sexual assault at Bank Underground station. The case has been adjourned until January. Follow this developing story.
Liverpool Parade Crash Trial: Paul Doyle in Court
Paul Doyle, 54, stands trial accused of driving into Liverpool FC victory parade crowds, injuring 134 people. Follow the latest updates from Liverpool Crown Court.
Father Ted's Graham Linehan cleared of harassment
Father Ted co-creator Graham Linehan has been found not guilty of harassing trans activist Sophia Brooks and criminal damage. Read the full story from Westminster Magistrates' Court.
Linehan cleared of harassment, convicted of damage
Father Ted co-creator Graham Linehan has been acquitted of harassing a trans activist but found guilty of criminal damage at Westminster Magistrates' Court. Read the full story.
Judge steps down after Elvis wig in courtroom
A Missouri judge who wore an Elvis Presley wig and played the singer's music during court proceedings has agreed to a deal ending his career. Read the full story.
Woman denies murder charge after father's death
Catherine Baradi, 37, has her bail revoked over the alleged assault and murder of her father, Charlie Baradi. She claims the allegations are 'false'. Read the latest court developments.
Lil Nas X in court over police assault charges
Rapper Lil Nas X pleads not guilty to felony charges after his naked arrest in Los Angeles. His lawyers give a positive update on his recovery. Read the latest.
Three men face trial over Brighton beach rape
Three men accused of raping a woman on Brighton beach will stand trial in March. The hearing was adjourned due to a lack of a Kurdish interpreter. Follow for live updates.
Musk and Rogan Blast NC Court Over Refugee Murder
Elon Musk and Joe Rogan condemn North Carolina's magistrate system after career criminal released months before allegedly murdering Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska. Read the shocking details.
Woman guilty of harassing McCann family
Julia Wandelt found guilty of harassing Kate and Gerry McCann after claiming to be their missing daughter, Madeleine. Read the full court details.
Barton restrained after Vine threat
Former footballer Joey Barton has been issued with a restraining order after admitting to harassing broadcaster Jeremy Vine with threatening online messages in a shocking social media campaign.
Judge's 'Bend the Knee' outburst in court goes viral
A judge erupted in fury at Leeds Crown Court when a defendant refused to stand, shouting 'Bend the knee!' in a dramatic courtroom confrontation that's gone viral.
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