Criminal justice system40 mins agoWatchdog 'astounded' by prison education cutsVocational courses that improve prisoners' future job prospects have been dropped, a report says.40 mins ago1 hr agoNew forensic nurses to help victims of rape and sexual assaultUntil now, only doctors could carry out medical examinations to gather evidence.1 hr ago2 hrs agoPrison staff told not to use inadequate cells as overcrowding worsens Workers tell BBC they are increasingly having to put two inmates in single occupancy cells because of overcrowding.2 hrs ago15 hrs agoOn-the-run killer who absconded after father's funeral arrestedGary Anderson, who has been unlawfully at large for over a week, has been arrested in the Republic of Ireland.15 hrs ago2 days agoVictim's family 'let down' by justice system after killer disappears during father's funeralA meeting with Justice Minister Naomi Long is expected to take place later this week.2 days ago3 days agoSpecialist courts for rape cases to be rolled out in England and WalesFunding will allow victims to view proceedings remotely and give evidence from a separate room via video link, the government says.3 days ago8 Sept 2026Lord Advocate 'concerned' as domestic abuse charges rise by 14%Lord Advocate Ruth Charteris KC said protecting women and girls from abusive men would be a priority during her time in office.8 Sept 20264 Sept 2026Judge offers more 'pizzazz' after defence complaintLindsay Clancy’s lawyer, Kevin Reddington, complained that the judge had "softly" instructed jurors on their responsibility to follow his reasonable doubt instructions.4 Sept 20264 Sept 2026Calls for 'crumbling' crown court to be pulled down Two barristers say the court building should be demolished and replaced due to consistent problems.4 Sept 2026...
