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Justice Secretary Announces Major Jury Trial Reforms

Justice Secretary David Lammy unveils sweeping reforms to reduce jury trials and introduce 'swift courts' to tackle record Crown Court delays, forecast to hit 100,000 cases. Read the full details.

Green Councillor Demands Reform UK Vetting

A Green councillor calls for Reform UK to screen its own figures for criminal conduct and homophobic attitudes, challenging the party's focus on asylum seekers. Read the full story.

Gang jailed for stealing 330,000 bullets in heist

A criminal gang has been sentenced for stealing over 330,000 rounds of ammunition from a lorry in Sutton Coldfield, an act police described as an 'unimaginable threat to public safety'. Read the full story.

Carers Face Prison in DWP Allowance Scandal

Unpaid carers face prosecution and huge debts due to DWP failures in the Carer's Allowance scandal. A damning review reveals systemic issues, with victims demanding justice.

Drugs dealer jailed for over six years in Derby

Daanish Bhatti jailed for 6+ years after police found a hidden car key leading to a £30,000 drugs haul. He exploited vulnerable people across Derby. Report suspicious activity.

Masseur spared jail for spa sexual assaults

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.

Sutton Coldfield shop thief banned and jailed

Prolific thief Anthony Jarvis jailed for nine months and banned from Sutton Coldfield shops with a Criminal Behaviour Order. West Midlands Police report 60% rise in shop theft arrests.

76 Households Face Court Over TV Licence

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.

£100k and drugs seized from car on M6 motorway

Officers recovered £100,000 and Class A drugs after stopping an erratic car on the M6. A woman was arrested and four pedestrians were reported to immigration. Read the full details.

Birmingham man accused of £100k damage rampage

A Birmingham man faces crown court after allegedly destroying a high-performance BMW M4 and causing extensive damage during a dramatic city centre incident that left emergency services scrambling.

80mph police chase through Birmingham ends in crash

A dangerous driver led police on a high-speed chase through Birmingham residential areas, reaching 80mph before crashing into a lamppost. Read the full story of the dramatic pursuit and sentencing.

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