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.
A groundbreaking UK trial is testing Aquablation, a robotic water jet therapy for prostate cancer. The aim is to reduce side effects like incontinence and erectile dysfunction compared to traditional surgery.
A US federal judge has ordered the release of secret grand jury materials from the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, citing a new transparency law. Discover the key details and implications.
A federal grand jury has declined to re-indict New York Attorney General Letitia James on mortgage fraud charges, a major setback for prosecutors. Explore the legal battle and its political implications.
Readers debate if the upcoming Budget can restore and improve vital services like the NHS without tax hikes. GP warns of costly consequences from cuts to preventative care.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces sweeping court reforms, ending jury trials for offences likely to get three years or less. Discover the new 'bench division' and what it means for the justice system.
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces major court reforms, ending jury trials for defendants likely to receive sentences of three years or less. Discover the new 'bench division'.
A driver 'intended to kill' during a series of drink and rage-fuelled attacks on Christmas Day in London's West End, a court hears. One man died from his injuries.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
A McDonald's manager identified Luigi Mangione, accused of killing a CEO, by his eyebrows. The Ivy League-educated suspect's pre-trial hearing debates evidence admissibility.
A court hears the tragic final moments of Tanesha Melbourne-Blake, 17, an unintended victim of a 2018 gang shooting in Tottenham. The trial continues at the Old Bailey.
Joshua Michals, 26, claims he acted in self-defence when he fatally stabbed fellow student Zhe Wang in her Lewisham flat. The Old Bailey murder trial continues.
Labour MP Tulip Siddiq slams 'flawed' Bangladesh trial convicting her and her mother. UK legal figures voice concerns over fairness. Read the full story.
Anthony Williams faces trial in June 2026 over multiple alleged knife attacks in Cambridgeshire and London. The suspect is charged with 21 counts, including attempted murder.