Sentencing in England and Wales6 days agoMother says new custodial sentences for daughter's rapists 'better' but still 'not enough'Two teenage boys convicted of rape had initially been given non-custodial sentences but have since been handed a four year detention.6 days ago8 days agoJudge 'wrong' to spare boy rapists from custody, court toldThree teenage boys convicted of rape should have been detained, the Court of Appeal hears.8 days ago1 Jul 2026Girl reveals rape trauma ahead of sentence reviewThe teenager is one of two girls who were raped by two boys in Fordingbridge, Hampshire.1 Jul 202629 Jun 2026Domestic killers could face extra 10 years in prison under new plans The changes mean the 15-year starting sentence could be increased to 25 years to be in line with other murders.29 Jun 202612 Jun 2026Boys' sentences for rape to be reviewed in JulyThe case has been referred to the Court of Appeal under the unduly lenient scheme.12 Jun 202624 May 2026Girl 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. 24 May 202623 May 2026How were teenage boys guilty of rape sentenced?The sentencing of three boys who raped two girls in separate attacks is being reviewed.23 May 202621 May 2026Boys' 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.21 May 202613 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 2026...
