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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Amy-Clare Martin

Labour blasts ‘cynical’ Tory plan to get tough on domestic killers and bring in US-style murder laws

PA Media

Domestic killers could face tougher sentences under a manifesto pledge set to be announced by the Tory party, promising a major overhaul of murder laws.

Rishi Sunak is expected to vow to carry out a review to fix sentencing loopholes, including increasing the minimum term for murderers who attack their victims in the home from 15 to 25 years.

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