Jury trial restrictions proposed amid court backlogs
Justice Secretary David Lammy proposes limiting jury trials to tackle England and Wales' 78,000-case backlog. Critics warn this could erode public trust in justice system.
Justice Secretary David Lammy proposes limiting jury trials to tackle England and Wales' 78,000-case backlog. Critics warn this could erode public trust in justice system.
Labour MP Sonia Kumar hits back at Dudley Conservatives after being accused of misleading Parliament over Ladies Walk Health Centre closure claims. Get the full story.
Sharon Osbourne steps out in London with daughter Kelly for their first public event since the passing of rock legend Ozzy Osbourne. Discover their emotional journey.
Paul Doyle, 54, pleaded guilty to all charges relating to the Liverpool FC victory parade crash that injured over 130 people. Read the full court details.
The DWP is reviewing Carer's Allowance overpayments for 185,000 unpaid carers, with debts potentially being written off. Discover the latest on this major policy shift.
The DWP has announced the first full review of Personal Independence Payment, co-chaired by disabled experts. Find out how this historic change puts lived experience at the forefront.
Jamie Campbell Bower, famed for playing Vecna in Stranger Things, is appearing at Birmingham Comic Con for a free panel, signings, and photos. Don't miss out!
The DWP has clarified that PIP claimants must currently opt-in to have assessments recorded, but plans to switch to automatic recording with opt-out options in future reforms.
Joshua Johnson from Wolverhampton is banned from keeping animals after RSPCA found starving dogs and five dead pets in horrific conditions. See the shocking details.
Shocking details emerge from failed breeder Joshua Johnson's Wolverhampton home where five dogs died and four were found starving. See the full story and RSPCA response.
Miles Cross admitted encouraging suicide by selling a lethal chemical for £100. Two people died. He will be sentenced in January. Read the full story.
Sarah Wilkinson, 62, from Bishop's Castle faces terrorism charges for alleged social media support of Hamas. Her trial is set for January 2027 at Birmingham Crown Court.
Cornel Birzoi, 53, appears at Wolverhampton Magistrates' Court charged with fraud and theft targeting elderly men in the Black Country. Follow for live updates.
Reaz Dixon, 20, has been sentenced to 15 years for a Telford rape. Police commend the victim's bravery and urge others to report sexual offences.
An inquest hears how Ayuub Abdi, 34, fell to his death in Handsworth after attacking housemates. Read the full details from the Birmingham Coroner's Court proceedings.
Ibrahim Ali, 36, received a suspended sentence for sexually assaulting five women during treatments at a luxury Berkshire spa. Discover the full story and legal outcome.
A 56-year-old man has been charged with murder after Stephen Lovatt was found dead in a flat on Linfield Road, Hanley. Police are appealing for information.
Joshua Johnson, 28, starved five dogs to death at his Wolverhampton home. The RSPCA prosecution revealed horrific neglect. Read the full court report.
John Cena makes his emotional final WWE Raw appearance at Madison Square Garden. Full UK start time, match card details and Last Time is Now tournament brackets revealed.
Mallory Court Hotel & Spa in Warwickshire has been named 'Large Hotel of the Year' at the prestigious VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2025. Discover this luxury retreat.
Abubakar Saleem, 21, from Telford faces attempted murder and weapon charges following a Saturday evening incident. He has appeared at Kidderminster Magistrates' Court.
WASPI campaign gives a crucial update before its High Court battle in December over DWP compensation for 1950s-born women. Discover the latest developments.
A new online PIP test helps claimants check if they meet the proposed DWP points threshold. Labour's Stephen Timms leads a review ahead of potential 2026 changes.
Ralph Court Gardens' animatronic dinosaurs granted retrospective planning permission. Council imposes noise controls after 'out of context' screeches complaints. Discover the full story.
A courageous mother risked her life running into a burning house to rescue her teenage son, cats and bearded dragons after a drunken ex-lover torched a caravan. Read the full story.
Wayne Hassall, 59, has been sentenced to 28 months for a 2021 sexual assault on a girl at his Cheshire farm. He fled to the Philippines before being arrested at Manchester Airport. Read the full story.
76 UK households are awaiting court hearings for TV Licence evasion. The prosecutions proceed as the BBC faces a major crisis following high-level resignations over a Panorama documentary.
Former Aston Villa star Anwar El Ghazi has won his final legal appeal against Mainz, who wrongfully dismissed him over Gaza posts. The club must pay £1.3m. Read the full story.
A 45-year-old man has appeared in court charged with the murder of 71-year-old John Boyle in Kettering. Discover the latest on this tragic case and the family's tribute.
A 17-year-old has been sentenced to two years and ten months after a stabbing at University College Birmingham. The victim survived the attack on Summer Row.