UK Court Backlog Crisis: 78,000 Cases Pending
UK justice system faces record 78,000 case backlog as radical plans to scrap jury trials for most crimes spark legal backlash. Will this destroy British justice?
Category : Politics
Jakarta becomes world's largest city, dwarfing London
Jakarta, Indonesia, is now the world's largest city with 42 million people. Discover how this new megacity compares to London and the global urban shift. Read more.
Army Pauses Ajax Use After Soldiers Fall Ill
The British Army halts Ajax armoured vehicle training for two weeks after around 30 personnel reported noise and vibration symptoms. Safety investigation underway.
Guilty verdict in Paisley police chainsaw attack
Liridon Kastrati, 32, has been convicted of attempting to murder PC Gary Cowan by chasing him with a chainsaw in Paisley. Read the full details of this terrifying incident.
Teen arrested after 16-year-old shot in Sheffield
A 15-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit murder after a 16-year-old was shot on London Road in Sheffield. The victim remains in a critical condition. Police are urging witnesses to come forward.
UK accused of caving to BVI on company register
UK government faces criticism for allowing British Virgin Islands to restrict access to beneficial ownership register ahead of anti-corruption summit. Read the full investigation.
China protests erupt over cremation mandate in Guizhou
Protests erupt in China's Guizhou province over a controversial cremation directive, highlighting a 70% surge in rural unrest. Explore the clash between policy and tradition.
France Revives National Service: UK Follow?
As France announces a new voluntary military service, Sky News Daily explores if the UK should reintroduce national service amid rising European security threats.
Covid Inquiry Reveals Government's Pandemic Failures
Official Covid inquiry report exposes devastating government failures during pandemic as families share heartbreaking stories of loss during lockdown restrictions.
DOJ Forced to Release All Epstein Files by December
President Trump signs bill compelling the Department of Justice to release all Jeffrey Epstein documents by 19 December, following months of political pressure. Discover the full timeline.
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.
Ealing Council cracks down on HMO conversions
Ealing Council introduces stricter rules for landlords converting family homes into HMOs. New requirements include mandatory licensing and planning permission for all shared properties.
Pentagon probes senator over call to refuse illegal orders
US Senator Mark Kelly defends his call for troops to disobey illegal orders as Pentagon launches investigation. The former astronaut hits back at Trump's execution threats.
Court rejects bid to scan for Muriel McKay's remains
The children of murdered Muriel McKay have lost their High Court bid to radar scan a London garden where they believe her body was buried 55 years ago. Read the full ruling details.
Zelenskyy races to meet Trump's Ukraine peace deadline
Ukraine's president seeks a swift agreement with the US ahead of Donald Trump's Thanksgiving deadline. Will Russia engage in the Abu Dhabi talks?
Legal figures raise 'profound concerns' over Siddiq trial
Prominent lawyers and former ministers warn of 'contrived' prosecution against Labour MP Tulip Siddiq in Bangladesh. Read the full open letter details.
Three arrested after gang rape in Rome park
Three men have been arrested after a gang attacked a couple in a Rome park, forcing the boyfriend to watch as they raped his fiancée. Police continue to search for other suspects.
CPS launches new strategy on violence against women
The Crown Prosecution Service unveils a five-year plan to improve casework and recognise the full spectrum of abuse in crimes against women and girls. Discover how new training aims to transform prosecutions.
NHS strike poll data 'cherry-picked' by government
Exclusive investigation reveals Department of Health selectively briefed Times newspaper with misleading poll data about junior doctor strike support. Read the full story.
Judge denies garden search for Muriel McKay's remains
The family of Muriel McKay, murdered 55 years ago, has been refused permission to scan an East London garden for her remains. Read the full High Court ruling details.
Russian drones breach Romanian airspace, Nato responds
German Eurofighter Typhoons scrambled after Russian drones make deepest incursion into Romania since Ukraine war began. Read the latest developments.
Vance's Palantir ties threaten 2028 presidential ambitions
JD Vance faces mounting scrutiny over his deep connections to Palantir and Peter Thiel as he positions himself for a 2028 White House run. Will voter concerns about surveillance technology derail his political future?
Student on trial for lover's murder in London flat
Joshua Michals, 26, denies murdering Zhe Wang, 31, in her Lewisham flat after she wrongly believed he gave her an STD. The Old Bailey trial continues.
Rachel Reeves' 2025 Budget: Key Tax and Spending Changes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils her autumn budget with property tax reforms, pension changes and new levies on electric vehicles. Discover how the Treasury plans to address the £20-30bn spending gap.
Zuma's daughter accused of tricking men into Russia-Ukraine war
South African police investigate claims Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla recruited men under false pretences to fight for Russia in Ukraine. Learn the full story and the international implications.
McKay children lose bid to scan garden for remains
Children of 1969 murder victim Muriel McKay lose High Court bid to radar scan London garden where her remains are believed buried. Read the latest developments.
Judge removed from Palestine Action legal challenge
Last-minute removal of judge from Palestine Action proscription case raises serious questions about judicial transparency and independence in the UK legal system.
Reform UK's Russia Ties Exposed: Gill Jailed
Readers debate Reform UK's Russian connections as ex-MEP Nathan Gill gets 10.5 years for bribes. Should Farage investigate his own party? Join the discussion.
Lammy Proposes Scrapping Jury Trials for Backlog
Justice Secretary David Lammy plans to remove jury trials for most criminal cases to address England and Wales' record court backlog. Read the controversial reforms.
Amanpour: Journalism Under Threat in US and Gaza
CNN's Christiane Amanpour sounds alarm on press freedom erosion, detailing threats to journalists in US and Gaza. Join the fight to protect independent media.
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