Prison Blunder: Dozens Wrongly Freed
Exclusive investigation reveals how systemic failures led to the mistaken release of prisoners across England and Wales, raising serious questions about public safety and justice system protocols.
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Mistakenly freed prisoner turns himself in
Billy Morgan Smith, mistakenly released from HMP Wandsworth, surrenders to authorities in surprising turn of events that exposes systemic failures in UK prison system.
Terminal cancer patient's benefits stopped abroad
A mother with incurable cancer faces financial ruin after the DWP stopped her disability payments because she became too sick abroad to return to the UK within time limits.
Prison chiefs summoned over wrongful releases crisis
England's prison chiefs face emergency talks with ministers following a shocking series of wrongful inmate releases, exposing critical failures in the justice system's safeguards.
Wandsworth Prison inmates freed in surname mix-up error
Two prisoners were accidentally released from HMP Wandsworth due to an administrative error involving similar surnames, sparking urgent reviews of prison procedures.
Prison Service in Crisis as Inmates Wrongly Freed
Exclusive investigation reveals shocking prison release errors while Elon Musk dominates word of the year lists. A look at the stories shaping Britain today.
Greg Lynn: Manslaughter Charge Possible if Conviction Overturned
Exclusive legal analysis reveals the potential for fresh manslaughter charges against former pilot Greg Lynn should his conviction for murdering two campers be overturned on appeal.
Police Chiefs Warn Prison Reforms May Trigger Crime Surge
Senior police leaders warn that government sentencing reforms and prison overcrowding may lead to dangerous criminals avoiding jail, putting public safety at risk.
Wealthy London borough has highest prison rate
Exclusive analysis reveals how London's wealthiest borough has become the capital's most troubling prison pipeline, with residents 70% more likely to be incarcerated than the national average.
Ex-officer: 'I'm not a racist murderer' in Bayoh case
Ex-constable Nicole Short speaks out for the first time since the 2015 custody death that sparked major public inquiry and racial justice protests across Scotland.
California's Prop 50: Prison Reform Explained
Discover how California's groundbreaking Proposition 50 could transform prison sentences and reshape the state's approach to criminal justice in 2025.
Prison release fiasco sparks political crisis
A major political crisis erupts as the prison early release scheme descends into chaos, with dangerous offenders mistakenly freed and ministers accused of catastrophic failures.
Prison Crisis: Second Inmate Wrongly Freed
England's prison system faces scrutiny after a second dangerous inmate is mistakenly released, exposing critical failures in security protocols and inmate management.
Bayoh family slams police federation over custody death
The family of Sheku Bayoh has launched a scathing attack on the Scottish Police Federation after it defended officers involved in the 2015 custody death, calling their position 'deeply offensive' ahead of a landmark public inquiry report.
Wealth & Fossil Fuel Taxes to Fund Climate Aid Breakthrough
In a historic move for climate justice, world leaders are backing new taxes on extreme wealth and fossil fuel profits to create a multi-billion pound fund supporting developing nations facing climate catastrophe.
Libyan Warlord Wanted for Crimes Against Humanity Captured
Mahmoud al-Werfalli, the notorious Libyan commander wanted by the International Criminal Court for executing dozens of prisoners, has been arrested in a major security operation in Tripoli, marking a significant breakthrough in international justice effor
Billie Eilish's Fiery Critique of Billionaire Excess
Pop icon Billie Eilish joins growing chorus of voices criticising extreme wealth accumulation as new research reveals staggering carbon footprints of the world's richest.
Why Legal AI Must Expand Beyond Big Law Firms
Exclusive analysis reveals how artificial intelligence could transform legal services for smaller UK firms, boosting efficiency and access to justice beyond corporate giants.
Mamdani's Victory Speech Charts New Course for NY Politics
Progressive champion Zohran Mamdani delivers powerful victory speech after decisive election win, outlining bold vision for economic justice and political transformation.
Prison manhunt after Wandsworth jail release blunder
A nationwide search is underway after a 'high-risk' prisoner was mistakenly released from HMP Wandsworth, sparking urgent police action and government concern.
Sterling's fashion brand collapses with £1m losses
Chelsea footballer Raheem Sterling's luxury fashion brand 1692 has been officially dissolved after accumulating over £1 million in losses, marking a dramatic business failure for the England star.
PMQs Clash: Lammy and Reeves Battle Over Tax Shake-Up
David Lammy and Rachel Reeves lock horns in dramatic PMQs showdown as Labour government pushes forward with ambitious tax system overhaul plans.
Poorer areas suffer worst air pollution in England and Wales
Shocking new data reveals a stark environmental divide as deprived neighbourhoods across England and Wales suffer from significantly worse air quality, raising serious health equity concerns.
Sydney Transport Chaos: Trains Halt, Buses Gridlocked
Major transport disruption grips Sydney as signal failures cripple train services while road closures create bus gridlock, leaving thousands stranded during peak hours.
Grooming gang probes dropped due to human error
Exclusive: Critical investigations into grooming gangs halted due to administrative failures, raising serious questions about police procedures and victim support.
Raskin Demands Answers on Epstein Investigation
Senior Democrat Jamie Raskin challenges the Justice Department over its handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case, questioning why key figures remain unprosecuted years after the financier's death.
Rollercoaster seatbelt fails during 208ft drop
Shocking footage reveals the moment thrill-seekers experienced pure terror when their safety restraint malfunctioned on one of the UK's most extreme rollercoasters, leaving them clinging for dear life during a 208-foot vertical drop.
Government's Massive Crime & Policing Bill Unveiled
The UK government has announced its most significant crime and justice reforms in decades, introducing harsher sentences for serious offences and expanding police authority in a sweeping new bill.
WhatsApp Web crashes in major UK outage
Meta's messaging service WhatsApp experienced widespread disruption today as users across the UK reported being unable to send or receive messages via both mobile and desktop platforms.
Spain grants citizenship to International Brigade descendants
In a landmark move, Spain grants citizenship to descendants of International Brigade volunteers who fought against Franco's forces, finally honouring their sacrifice eight decades later.
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