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.
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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.
Farage's £9m Donation Sparks Tory Merger Talks
Nigel Farage receives a massive £9m donation for Reform UK as he suggests a pre-election deal with the Conservatives is 'inevitable'. We analyse the potential merger and Lammy's jury trial plans.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 to Slash Jury Trials Amid 78,000 Court Backlog
Justice Secretary David Lammy unveils plans to drastically reduce jury trials in England and Wales, citing a courts emergency with a backlog nearing 100,000 cases. He argues reform upholds the spirit of Magna Carta.
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's plan to tackle 78,000-case court emergency
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces radical reforms to tackle the courts crisis, including possible limits on jury trials and £550m for victims. Will it save the system?
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.
Lammy unveils 'fast and fair justice' plan for courts
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces a £550m package to tackle Crown Court backlogs and support victims. Will controversial jury trial reforms follow? Read the full details.
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.
Lammy's justice reforms to scrap some jury trials
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces reforms placing victims 'front and centre', including removing jury trials for some cases to tackle the crown court backlog. Read the full details.
Lammy's jury trial reforms address UK justice backlog
Justice Secretary David Lammy proposes restricting jury trials to serious crimes as England and Wales face 80,000-case backlog. Could this reform save Britain's collapsing justice system?
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