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The Latest Breaking News from Billy Smith

Mistakenly released prisoner hands himself in as Lammy faces fresh pressure over handling of fiasco

William ‘Billy’ Smith, 35, returned to Wandsworth prison after being mistakenly released on Monday

The Independent UK · Nov 6, 2025

Mistakenly released UK prisoner turns himself in as search continues for second convict

According to government figures, 262 prisoners were released in error in the year ending March 2025, a 128% increase on the previous 12-month period.

Euronews · Nov 6, 2025

Who are the prisoners mistakenly released from Wandsworth Prison?

Police are continuing the search for a migrant sex offender who was wrongly freed from jail

The Independent UK · Nov 6, 2025

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Mistakenly released prisoner Billy Smith turns himself in

Police continue hunt for Algerian sex offender Brahim Kaddour-Cherif as fraudster returns to Wandsworth jail

The Guardian - UK · Nov 6, 2025

Prisoner hands himself in after three days, as manhunt continues for migrant

Billy Smith, 35, handed himself back in after he was mistakenly released from HMP Wandsworth.

Evening Standard · Nov 6, 2025

Lammy admits 'mountain to climb' on prisons crisis as 40 more inmates may be wrongly freed before Christmas

Pressure is increasing on the Justice Secretary David Lammy over his handling of the blunders

Evening Standard · Nov 6, 2025

David Lammy told to ‘get a grip’ as search continues for mistakenly freed prisoners

Robert Jenrick has expressed a lack of confidence in David Lammy and said the deputy prime minister’s performance at PMQs was a ‘disgrace’

The Independent UK · Nov 6, 2025

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Prison governors in crisis talks as hunt continues for wrongly released inmates

Justice minister Alex Davies-Jones said she was furious about the situation.

Evening Standard · Nov 6, 2025

Prisoner manhunt continues as Lammy faces slew of questions

Police are trying to track down two inmates released in the last week from HMP Wandsworth.

Evening Standard · Nov 6, 2025

Two more prisoners on run after being released from HMP Wandsworth by mistake in fresh crisis for Labour

Police searching for Algerian sex offender freed from Wandsworth jail by mistake along with convicted fraudster – days after justice secretary claimed he’d introduced strictest-ever prison checks following Epping migrant blunder

The Independent UK · Nov 5, 2025

Roosters' Smith reveals 'special connection' to England

Sydney Roosters centre Billy Smith has opened up on his decision to represent England rather than Australia at international level.

AAP · Aug 19, 2025

Blow for Warriors as Ford sidelined for crusher tackle

The injury-hit Warriors have been dealt more bad news with Jackson Ford likely to miss the remainder of the regular season through suspension.

AAP · Aug 16, 2025

Roosters put NRL on notice by stunning Bulldogs

The Sydney Roosters have claimed their biggest scalp of the NRL season, stunning Canterbury to continue their quest for a top-eight finish.

AAP · Aug 15, 2025

'Ridiculous': Sin bin perplexes Walker in NRL comeback

Sam Walker's long-awaited comeback has been sullied by an ugly tackle that landed the Sydney Roosters halfback in the sin bin and could sideline him again.

AAP · Jul 12, 2025

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AAP · Jun 22, 2025

Roosters' future 'scary' good after Cowboys thrashing

The Sydney Roosters loom as genuine NRL finals threats after a 42-8 defeat of North Queensland, just months after lingering near the bottom of the ladder.

AAP · May 27, 2025

Billy Smith hits special milestone for Roosters

Billy Smith has had a wretched run of injuries but the Sydney Roosters centre will quietly bring up a milestone against Canberra in round 13.

AAP · May 3, 2025

'Love to play Origin': visions of Inglis drive Toia

Sydney Roosters prodigy Robert Toia wants to represent Queensland like Greg Inglis did, and credits mentoring from club legend Joey Manu for his red-hot form.

AAP · Apr 30, 2025

Best of both Beetson worlds collide at Magic Round

The Dolphins and Roosters will honour Arthur Beetson, a legend of both clubs, at Magic Round when the man of the match will receive a medal named for him.

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AAP · Apr 24, 2025

Roosters looking to avoid fall to bottom of NRL pile

Trent Robinson knows his Sydney Roosters side need to find a new gear as they risk falling to the bottom of the NRL ladder with a loss to St George Illawarra.

AAP · Apr 12, 2025

Smith faces ban as Roosters brace for change again

Luckless Sydney Roosters centre Billy Smith has been handed a ban for a high tackle, just two games since returning to the NRL from his latest injury setback.

AAP · Apr 11, 2025

Roosters stun Broncos in 10-point win at Suncorp

The Sydney Roosters have scored an upset 26-16 victory over the Broncos in Brisbane, with Billy Smith scoring two tries.

The Sports Daily · Mar 3, 2025

Goalie Ilya Sorokin scores in Islanders win over the Predators

Goalie Ilya Sorokin scores in Islanders win over the Predators. He was the 20th NHL goalie to be credited with a goal.

AAP · Sep 18, 2024

Roosters refuse to roll out semi-final farewell party

The Sydney Roosters' semi-final against Manly could be the last game for the club for some of the biggest names, but they're adamant it is not time to reflect.

AAP · Mar 27, 2024

Robinson backs concussion protocol despite bunker error

Trent Robinson has stood by the NRL's concussion protocols, despite the bunker's independent doctor misdiagnosing Sam Walker mid-game in round three.

AAP · Mar 17, 2024

Roosters backline call looms as club coy on Keary

The Sydney Roosters expect to have Billy Smith back to face South Sydney, but Luke Keary has provided a scare after copping a head knock against Manly.

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