Government Reforms Promise Fairer Trials for Rape Victims
New government reforms promise Fairer Trials for Rape Victims, ending harmful rape myths and strengthening legal protections. With major investment in victim support and changes to court evidence rule ...
Government Plans Restricting Jury Trials in the UK
Plans restricting jury trials in the UK have prompted warnings from leading barristers, who say judge-only courts could expose the judiciary to intimidation and undermine fairness. As David Lammy prep ...
Drug Driving Offences in UK Hit Record High
Drug Driving Offences in UK have reached record highs, prompting urgent calls for tougher laws and stronger roadside testing. With the THINK! campaign pushing Labour for reforms, rising drug-driving r ...
Ministry of Justice fined £1,000 over speeding conviction in fast-track court
The Ministry of Justice has been fined after failing to identify the driver of a speeding van, with the case processed through the Single Justice Procedure. This article breaks down what happened, why ...
ChatGPT Confession That Exposes Hidden Privacy & Evidence Risks
A US college student allegedly confessed to vandalism via ChatGPT. This case exposes how AI chats may be used as criminal evidence, and raises urgent questions about privacy rights and law enforcement ...
The Prevent Fraud Law and The Impact on You and Businesses
The new Failure to Prevent Fraud Law has transformed UK corporate accountability. Discover the risks, compliance steps, and why now is the time to act.
Justice Secretary Sentencing Powers, What the New Reforms Mean for Sentencing
The UK government has announced sweeping changes that give the Justice Secretary sentencing powers to veto new guidelines from the Sentencing Council. These reforms, introduced under the Sentencing Bi ...
Fourth EncroChat Acquittal Secured by Defence Counsel
In another significant EncroChat acquittal, a specialist criminal defence team has secured a fourth consecutive not-guilty verdict in a complex case involving encrypted messaging evidence. This outcom ...
UK Speeding Fine Changes August 2025 – AI Cameras Target Repeat Offenders
From August 2025, a new era of speeding enforcement began across the UK. Under the updated rules, AI-powered speed cameras now track repeat offenders nationwide, with penalties reaching up to £450, si ...
Understanding the Role of an Expert Witness in English Courts
The role of an expert witness in English courts is crucial when a case involves technical, scientific or specialised matters that fall outside the judge or jury’s expertise. Whether in criminal, civil ...