Category : Courts


Jury Sworn In For Noah Donohoe Inquest

A jury of nine men and two women has been sworn in for the inquest into the death of Belfast schoolboy Noah Donohoe, with proceedings beginning at Belfast Coroner's Court.

Judge-Only Trials Won't Fix Court Backlog, Report Says

A new Institute for Government report reveals David Lammy's plans for judge-only criminal trials would save less than 2% of crown court time, calling the gains 'marginal' while warning of damage to public confidence.

Jury Selection Day Three for Noah Donohoe Inquest

The third day of jury selection is proceeding at Belfast Coroner's Court ahead of the formal inquest into the death of 14-year-old Noah Donohoe, with opening statements expected this afternoon.

Magistrate shortage threatens Lammy's court reforms

Plans to limit jury trials in England and Wales face a major obstacle due to a critical shortage of magistrates. Recruitment struggles and increased workload could derail the proposed 'swift courts' system. Read the full analysis.

Transcript to be released in Charlie Kirk murder case

A Utah judge has ruled that the transcript from an earlier hearing for suspected shooter Tyler Robinson must be made public, with only one page redacted. The case continues to draw significant public interest.

Judge orders release of transcript in Kirk murder case

A Utah judge has ruled that a redacted transcript from a hearing for suspected Charlie Kirk shooter Tyler Robinson must be made public. The decision highlights the balance between public interest and a fair trial.

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