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Hydebank Wood seeing outcomes at ‘highest achievable level’ for first time

Just over 10 years ago inspectors described Hydebank as a failing prison.

2 days ago

Mother of woman murdered by boyfriend in his home calls for tougher sentences

Elli O'Brien, 22, was fatally stabbed by her partner Kevin Mannion, 45, on August 16th, 2022. Her mother Gail wants urgent review of the sentencing guidelines.

26 Sept

The Single Justice Procedure: What is it and why are there calls for reform?

An ITV News and Evening Standard investigation has revealed flaws in the fast-track legal procedure. But what is the Single Justice Procedure?

18 Sept

'They've overlooked my child's death': Wrongful prosecutions in legal procedure

Lack of UK prison spaces leaves offenders stuck out the country

Courtroom broadcasting moves step closer as pilot begins

New images released in unsolved nightclub murder probe

Man freed after spending 50 years in prison for murder he didn't commit

Man who suffered 'regime of abuse and harm' at care home awarded damages

‘Loads of people in prison who shouldn’t be there’ says lawyer

Non-jury trials to continue in Northern Ireland

Rape victims choosing between justice and healthcare, says Commissioner

NI's bail and remand system is 'out of step' with the rest of the UK

What would policing and justice look like if it was devolved to Wales?

Challenge to Troubles amnesty dismissed at Court of Appeal