London's 5 Most Ridiculous Crimes of 2025
A countdown of London's most absurd criminal blunders from 2025, featuring a public sex doll mishap, a £24k wine heist, and a fraudster using a James Bond alias. Read the full stories here.
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Labour urged to raise criminal responsibility age to 14
Eminent professor backs Lady Hale's call to raise the age of criminal responsibility in England and Wales to 14, citing European norms and rehabilitation success. Failure to act would be a lasting disgrace.
Six charged after police find guns in Sydney taxi
Four men and two teens charged after NSW police intercept a taxi with loaded firearms and uncover a cache of weapons and ammunition in Sydney's north-west. Read the full details.
Strangulation charges surge to over 8,500 in a year
CPS data reveals a dramatic rise in charges for the standalone strangulation offence, signalling a crackdown on domestic abuse. Learn how the new law is protecting victims.
Westminster's worst moments and blunders of 2025
From emotional breakdowns to policy U-turns and tractor protests, we review the biggest political scandals and misjudgements that rocked Westminster in 2025. Read the full story.
Take City AM's 2025 UK Politics Quiz Now
How much do you remember about 2025's political gaffes, protests and U-turns? Challenge yourself with City AM's definitive politics quiz of the year.
One in Nine UK Teens Approached by Criminals
A major UK survey finds one in nine 13-17 year olds asked to handle drugs, weapons or money. Over 120,000 teens accepted, revealing a hidden crisis of child criminal exploitation.
Gang Rape Convictions Overturned on Appeal in NSW
Three NSW men have had their convictions for gang raping three teenagers overturned. Two will face a retrial, while a third is acquitted. Read the full legal details.
Jury Trial Cuts: Victims, Lawyers & Judges Voice Alarm
Justice Secretary David Lammy's plan to slash jury trials in England and Wales faces fierce backlash. A defendant, victim, KC, and judge warn it risks fairness and democracy. Read their powerful testimonies.
Protesters throw food at Imperial State Crown in Tower of London
Four protesters arrested after throwing apple crumble and custard at the Imperial State Crown display case in the Tower of London. The Jewel House is closed as police investigate.
Tower of London closed after crown display vandalised
The Tower of London is closed after protesters threw food at the Imperial State Crown display. Four people have been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage. Get the latest updates.
Tower of London closed after Crown Jewels case defaced
The Tower of London is closed after protesters threw food at a Crown Jewels display case. Four people are in custody. Follow for live updates.
Tragic story of a homeless 13-year-old in Nottingham
A journalist reflects on meeting a homeless 13-year-old boy, Craig, and the systemic failures in UK criminal justice, mental health and probation that led to tragedy.
UK-jailed Albanian rapist wanted for Kosovo armed robbery
Rinor Korqa, serving a UK sentence for a predatory rape, is wanted in Kosovo for a 2017 armed home robbery. The Home Secretary must decide on the extradition request.
Report: Jailing marginalised women ruins lives, harms children
A new report reveals the devastating impact of imprisoning vulnerable women in the UK. It's a feminist issue that demands urgent justice reform. Read the full findings.
Victoria to make coercive control a standalone offence
The Victorian government will legislate to make coercive control a criminal offence in 2026, matching an opposition pledge. Read the details of this major policy shift.
Three in four crown court trials may lose jury under reforms
Sky News analysis reveals the scale of proposed justice reforms that could transfer most jury trials to judges. Explore the data and what it means for court backlogs.
New laws protect rape victims from 'serial liar' questioning
Major legal reforms in England and Wales will ban the use of victims' past sexual history in court, aiming to end the 'profound injustice' that drives survivors from the justice system.
Courts in 'calamitous' state, warns ex-judge
Sir Brian Leveson defends government plan to restrict jury trials, claiming it will save 20% time and tackle the 80,000-case backlog. Victims are waiting years for justice.
Labour to Scrap Jury Trials in Certain Cases
The Labour government plans to abolish jury trials for some serious offences, sparking a major debate on justice reform and civil liberties in the UK. Read the full analysis.
Labour to Scrap Jury Trials for Minor Offences
Justice Secretary David Lammy plans judge-only trials for cases with under 3-year sentences. Will it clear court backlogs or just save money? Analysis inside.
Labour's jury trial cuts face backlash over justice rights
Justice Secretary David Lammy proposes scrapping jury trials for offences with sentences under three years. Critics warn it removes a pillar of British justice without evidence it will clear the 78,000-case backlog. Read the full analysis.
Jury Trial Reforms: Judges to Hear More Cases
Justice Secretary David Lammy unveils sweeping reforms to tackle the 78,000-case Crown Court backlog. Judges will replace juries for many offences to deliver 'swift justice'. Read the full details and reaction.
Lammy backs down on plans to scrap most jury trials
Justice Secretary David Lammy is set to scale back radical plans to restrict jury trials, following cabinet discussions. He will propose a higher threshold, but critics warn of unfairness.
Lammy Proposes Scrapping Jury Trials for Most Crimes
Justice Secretary David Lammy plans to restrict jury trials to only the most serious offences, sparking a constitutional row over 800 years of legal history. Read the full analysis.
Lammy pledges £550m to cut court backlog, slashes jury trials
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces radical court reforms and £550m victim support fund to tackle a 'courts emergency' with 100,000 cases pending. Critics warn of miscarriages of justice. Read the full story.
Automated Record Sealing: A Second Chance for Florida
Explore how automated record-sealing laws could help 6.2 million Floridians with criminal records find permanent employment and escape exploitative temp agencies. Urgent action is needed.
Lawyers condemn plan to slash jury trials
More than 100 barristers warn government plans to restrict jury trials are an 'irremediable error' that could increase miscarriages of justice and undermine public trust.
Officer Guilty in Indigenous Teen Death Case
A police officer has been found guilty of causing the death of Indigenous teenager Jai Wright during a 2022 pursuit. Read the full verdict details.
NSW Law Change Eases Child Conviction Rules
New South Wales reforms doli incapax, removing court requirements to consider a child's moral capacity. Critics warn this risks incarcerating more vulnerable children. Explore the implications.
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