Law and Order
UK Government Legislation: Blocking Sentencing Guidelines
The UK government is set to introduce legislation blocking new sentencing guidelines proposed by the Sentencing Council, which critics argue...
Read moreDetailsVictim Observation in Parole Hearings: National Rollout
The Parole Board is set to launch a national rollout of victim observation in parole hearings across England and Wales...
Read moreDetailsVictims in England and Wales: Parole Hearing Access
Victims in England and Wales can now attend parole hearings, a significant step in the Government's Plan for Change aimed...
Read moreDetailsHonorary King’s Counsel Appointments
Susanna McGibbon and Douglas Wilson have been appointed Honorary King's Counsel, recognizing their significant contributions to the UK's legal landscape....
Read moreDetailsUK Government Inaugurates HMP Millsike Prison
The UK government has inaugurated HMP Millsike, a new 1,500-place prison in Yorkshire, aiming to enhance public safety and reduce...
Read moreDetailsSentencing Guidelines Controversy: Lord Chancellor’s Letter
The Lord Chancellor's recent letter to the Sentencing Council, dated March 20, 2025, underscores the government's strong opposition to new...
Read moreDetailsZakaria Mohamed Sentence: Increased to 4 Years
Zakaria Mohamed, a violent robber, has had his suspended sentence increased to four years and nine months in prison after...
Read moreDetailsNinja Sword Ban: UK Government’s Ronan’s Law
The UK government is set to ban ninja swords by August 1 as part of Ronan's Law, named after a...
Read moreDetailsUK Legal Aid Agency Deadline Extension
The UK Legal Aid Agency has extended the deadline for Stage 1 applicants of the Crime Contract tender process to...
Read moreDetailsChild Protection: UK Court Extends Sentence for Sexual Predator
Ryan Sutton, a sexual predator who groomed and raped a 10-year-old via social media, had his sentence extended from six...
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