Man jailed for grooming girls on Snapchat
Tye Hunt, 23, has been sentenced to nearly three years for using Snapchat to groom two young girls. The court heard of the devastating impact on his victims. Learn more about the case and support available.
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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.
Animal Rising activist defends beagle 'rescue' in court
An activist on trial for burglary tells Cambridge Crown Court he broke into a breeding facility to save beagles from 'disgusting' conditions and painful testing. Read the full court testimony.
Police Officer Jailed for £50k Burglary and Harassment
A serving City of London Police officer has been sentenced to over three years for stealing £50,000 in a burglary and harassing his partner. Read the full details of the case.
12-year sentence for app rape in Birmingham
A man who used a flatsharing app to lure a vulnerable teenager to his home, where he strangled and raped her, has been jailed for 12 years. Read the full court report.
Terrorist jailed after illegal UK entry on small boat
Rebwar Hamad, convicted of terrorism in Italy, sentenced to over two years for entering the UK illegally on a small boat. Read the full details of the case and the CPS response.
Ex-doctor charged with 45 sexual offences against patients
A former doctor faces 45 charges for alleged sexual assaults on 38 patients, including children under 13, at hospitals in Stoke and Dudley. Police urge anyone with concerns to come forward.
PC charged with theft from property after drugs raid
A Warwickshire police constable faces three theft charges for allegedly stealing cash and property while on duty. The case will be heard at Birmingham Crown Court.
Croydon gang jailed for violent sword attack on boys
Four men have been sentenced for a horrific, unprovoked attack on two 16-year-olds in Whyteleafe, involving a samurai sword and a car. One attacker jailed for over eight years.
MPs Launch Inquiry into Crown Estate and Royal Finances
A Commons committee launches a rare inquiry into the Crown Estate, challenging the long-standing gag on discussing royal finances. Discover the implications for parliamentary accountability.
Man charged over alleged help to Manchester synagogue attacker
Mohammad Bashir, 31, faces four terrorism charges for allegedly assisting Jihad al Shamie with reconnaissance of a UK defence facility. The charges are separate from the fatal October synagogue attack.
Man denies murder in Bradford house fire trial
A man accused of a fatal arson attack in Bradford stormed out of court, declaring 'I'm not a murderer'. The trial continues as details of the revenge plot emerge.
Nursery Worker Admits 26 Child Sex Offences
Vincent Chan, 45, pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting toddlers at a London nursery and possessing indecent images. An investigation into safeguarding failures continues.
Peterborough man jailed for 25 years for child rape
Pramod Dhakal, 49, abused his trusted community role to rape and assault seven girls and a woman. He was convicted of 25 sexual offences. Read the full story.
Report slams 'shambolic' handling of China spy case collapse
A parliamentary report blames 'shambolic' Whitehall decisions and poor communication for the collapse of the prosecution against two alleged Chinese spies. Read the damning findings.
Report finds systemic failures in collapsed China spy case
A damning parliamentary report reveals 'systemic failures' led to the collapse of a major China espionage trial, warning the issues could be repeated. Read the full findings.
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.
74% of Crown Court Cases Could Lose Jury Trial Right
Sky News analysis reveals up to 74% of crown court trials could be decided by judges alone under new justice reforms aimed at tackling the 80,000-case backlog. Explore the data.
MPs: 'Systematic failures' led to China spy case collapse
A parliamentary inquiry warns 'serious systemic failures' caused the China spy case to collapse, with risks it could happen again. Read the key findings and recommendations.
Systemic failures led to collapse of China spy case
A parliamentary inquiry blames 'shambolic' systemic failures for the collapse of a high-profile case against two alleged Chinese spies, finding no evidence of government interference. Read the full report.
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.
Hillsborough families 'very, very angry' as police escape punishment
Relatives of the 97 victims express profound anger after CPS decides not to charge two ex-officers. Read the full story on the latest development in the long fight for justice.
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.
Lammy's Plan to Limit Jury Trials Faces Criticism
Deputy PM David Lammy proposes restricting jury trials to tackle court backlogs. Experts debate the controversial justice reforms. Listen to the Sky News Daily podcast for full analysis.
MPs probe Crown Estate over royal property leases
The Public Accounts Committee will investigate taxpayer value in royal property leases, as the Crown Estate confirms the Duke of York is unlikely to receive compensation for ending his Royal Lodge lease early.
Lammy proposes judge-only trials to tackle court backlog
Justice Secretary David Lammy proposes curtailing jury trials for cases with sentences under three years, arguing it will tackle a 78,000-case backlog. Critics call it a dangerous erosion of a fundamental right.
Inquiry into Crown Estate after Andrew's Royal Lodge scrutiny
A powerful parliamentary committee launches an inquiry into the Crown Estate, prompted by scrutiny of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's peppercorn rent at Royal Lodge. Get the full story.
Lammy plans to scrap some jury trials to clear court backlog
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces radical court reforms, moving thousands of cases to judge-only trials to tackle a record 80,000-case backlog. Discover the plans and the controversy.
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