Sentencing in England and Wales17 hrs agoGirl raped by boys spared jail tells BBC judge's decision was like 'rock in my face'Responding to the interview, Sir Keir Starmer said it was “an appalling case” and that it was right that the sentences are reviewed. 17 hrs ago2 days agoHow were teenage boys guilty of rape sentenced?The sentencing of three boys who raped two girls in separate attacks is being reviewed.2 days ago3 days agoBoys' sentences for 10 counts of rape 'too lenient'The boys filmed themselves laughing and encouraging each other as they raped two girls in separate attacks.3 days ago13 May 2026'Our assault case has been postponed five times'Witness, Iqbal Mohammed, from Birmingham, has described the court system as a 'complete shambles'.13 May 202611 May 2026Teaching assistant jailed for child crueltyDanuska Pullia's offending took place between September 2021 and July 2023, police say.11 May 202610 Apr 2026Ten cases a day - how 'blitz courts' could tackle the Crown Court backlogThe scheme, to fast-track cases and to cut the court backlog, is being expanded in England and Wales.10 Apr 20269 Mar 2026Mum's disbelief at sentence for driver who killed daughter, 15, on zebra crossingKeely Morgan, 15, died after being hit by Christopher West as she waited to cross a road.9 Mar 202619 Dec 2025Former prison officer jailed for child sex offencesThe 36-year-old is sentenced to 40 months in prison and given a sexual harm prevention order.19 Dec 202521 Oct 2025Thousands of criminals could be released early under government sentencing reform, Tories sayThe party has proposed changes to the Sentencing Bill to ensure serious offenders stay locked up for longer.21 Oct 2025...
