Judge condemns man's 'complete lack of remorse' for murdering partner
The judge who handed a life sentence to man convicted of murdering his partner while their children slept has condemned his "complete lack of remorse".
Judge Richard Foster jailed Paul Hemming for life, with a minimum term of 20 years before he can be considered for parole.
He was found guilty of murdering his partner Natalie Hemming at their home in Milton Keynes.
Judge Foster said that outwardly the couple had the appearance of being a normal family living in a nice family home.
He said it was clear Natalie was making plans to move out with her three children and that Hemming was aware of her new relationship.
Hemming showed no reaction either when sentence was passed or when emotional victim impacts statements were read to the court about the effect of Natalie's death on her family and her three children.
The Judge passed a concurrent sentence of five years for the offences of obstructing the coroner and preventing Natalie's lawful burial.
He also praised the "superb work" of Thames Valley Police.