The Latest Breaking News from Brandon Lewis

Early abortion services in Western Trust resume after more than a year

Services were suspended in the Western Trust in April 2021 due to staffing shortages.

The Independent UK · Oct 4, 2022

'Victims are being failed...' Maggie Oliver backs barrister strikes as she blasts 'crumbling' criminal justice system

Strikes have brought many of Manchester's criminal courts to a standstill

Manchester Evening News · Oct 2, 2022

Government still aims to reform Human Rights Act – Justice Secretary

Brandon Lewis said the Government would still seek to reduce the influence of Strasbourg on UK law and prioritise protecting the public.

The Independent UK · Oct 2, 2022

Barristers to vote on ending strike action after pay offer

A continuous walkout has been held after the dispute over fees and conditions intensified.

The Independent UK · Sep 29, 2022

Criminal barristers offered £54m deal on Legal Aid as government seeks to end strike

Thousands of court hearings and criminal trials have been derailed by strike disruption

Evening Standard · Sep 29, 2022

Striking barristers resume demonstrations amid talks with ministers over pay

The Criminal Bar Association said discussions with the Ministry of Justice are ‘progressing at pace and remain constructive’.

The Independent UK · Sep 28, 2022

Striking barristers to resume demonstrations amid talks with ministers over pay

The Criminal Bar Association said discussions with the Ministry of Justice are “progressing at pace and remain constructive”.

The Independent UK · Sep 27, 2022

Labour pledges to place specialists in 999 call centres to help rape victims

Yvette Cooper says party would also ensure police forces have dedicated units amid shockingly low conviction rates

The Guardian - UK · Sep 26, 2022

Pre-recorded evidence rolled out at English and Welsh Crown Courts

It comes after the technology began being used in 2020.

The Independent UK · Sep 25, 2022

Call a snap election if Stormont is not restored by October, shadow Northern Ireland secretary says

Peter Kyle told Belfast Live the legislation "has to be followed" but it would be a "sign of real failure"

Belfast Live · Sep 23, 2022