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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.

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.

Climate Justice Win at ICJ Sparks New Legal Era

Human rights lawyer Julian Aguon secures landmark ICJ ruling on climate obligations after Pacific campaign. Discover how Indigenous rights are shaping global climate accountability.

Major curbs to jury service unveiled by ministers

Ministers set to unveil major curbs to jury service, with future juries likely to decide only murder, rape or manslaughter cases. Bold action promised to tackle the 80,000-case backlog.

Bar Council Warns Against Jury Trial Overhaul

Bar Council chair Barbara Mills argues proposed crown court reforms risk constitutional change without evidence. The government should first fix existing inefficiencies plaguing the justice system.

Trump's DoJ purge weakens critical investigations

Exclusive: Trump administration's weaponisation of justice department sees mass exodus of lawyers, weakening civil rights and national security investigations. Experts warn of lasting damage.

Maxwell's Club Fed Privileges Reveal Unequal Justice

Ghislaine Maxwell receives unprecedented privileges in US prison system while ordinary inmates suffer. Investigation reveals special treatment including unlimited toilet paper and puppy playtime.

Three prison officers stabbed in inmate attack

Three prison officers were injured, two hospitalised, after being stabbed with an improvised weapon by an inmate at HMP Isle of Wight. Police are investigating the serious assault.

Trump Administration Recruits 'Deportation Judges'

The US Justice Department is recruiting legal experts as 'deportation judges' as part of a major Trump administration immigration overhaul, purging existing judges and targeting sanctuary cities.

DoJ Probes Debunked Venezuela Election Claims

Exclusive: Federal investigators examine unfounded claims Venezuela helped steal the 2020 US election, potentially strengthening case for military action. Read the full investigation.

Germany classifies date rape drugs as weapons

Germany announces groundbreaking legal reform treating date rape drugs as weapons to ensure justice for survivors. New measures include electronic monitoring and secret documentation apps.

US men indicted for alleged Haiti coup plot

Two Texas men face federal charges for allegedly plotting a violent coup on Haiti's Gonâve island, planning to use homeless people and commit atrocities. Read the shocking details.

How to prevent criminalisation of children in care

New analysis reveals stable foster placements and educational achievement are crucial for diverting looked-after children from crime. Discover the evidence-based solutions for better outcomes.

Government Plans to Curtail Jury Trials

Radical proposals by Sir Brian Leveson aim to remove jury trials for thousands of cases in England and Wales to prevent 'total system collapse'. Explore the controversial reforms.

5,500 US Toxic Sites Face Coastal Flooding Risk

New study reveals thousands of hazardous US facilities handling waste, sewage and oil could flood due to rising seas. Urgent action needed to protect vulnerable communities.

Trump signs bill to release Epstein files

President Donald Trump has signed a bill mandating the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files within 30 days. Discover the key details and what happens next.

Trump Approves Release of Epstein Documents

Donald Trump has signed legislation compelling the Justice Department to release Jeffrey Epstein files within 30 days. Follow for breaking updates on this developing story.

NSW Child Protection Law Faces Loophole Criticism

The Minns government's bill to protect children from incarceration contains a controversial loophole allowing courts to disregard developmental evidence, potentially increasing youth detention.

Trump Signs Bill Forcing Epstein Files Release

Donald Trump is set to sign legislation compelling the US Justice Department to release more documents related to Jeffrey Epstein. Discover the details and implications.

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