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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

'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

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

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Justice Secretary ‘hopeful’ of end to barrister strike

Brandon Lewis declined to commit to pushing for a bigger legal aid budget, but said he was ‘hopeful’ the current deal would end long-running strikes.

The Independent UK

Fresh Ink: Meet the 23 fighters the UFC signed in September 2022

The UFC added 32 fighters to its roster last month. Find out who joined and learn more about them here.

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Justice Secretary urges striking lawyers to consider proposals at swearing-in

Brandon Lewis made his comments as he was formally sworn in as Lord Chancellor during a traditional ceremony at the Royal Courts of Justice.

The Independent UK

Barristers asked to vote on ending strike action after pay offer

Continuous walkout has been held after dispute over fees and conditions intensified

The Independent UK

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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

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

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

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

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

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

It comes after the technology began being used in 2020.

The Independent UK

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"

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Victims Commissioner resigns in furious blast at 'justice system in chaos'

In a scathing letter to Justice Secretary Brandon Lewis, Dame Vera Baird lashed out at a lack of action on the backlog of cases in courts

Evening Standard

Who is the new Justice Secretary? Brandon Lewis urges barristers to get back to work

The Justice Secretary’s discussions with the Criminal Bar Association and the Bar Council over their industrial action are likely to continue

The Independent UK

Justice Secretary Lewis urges striking barristers to return to work

The new Justice Secretary Brandon Lewis said the first talks between lawyers and the Government were ‘constructive’ and discussions would continue.

The Independent UK

Striking barristers to meet new Justice Secretary

The Criminal Bar Association will sit down with Brandon Lewis, who was appointed to the role two weeks ago.

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DWCS 54 winner Daniel Marcos says time away helped him become a better fighter

Despite a long layoff, Daniel Marcos looked in top form at Dana White's Contender Series 54.

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Dana White’s Contender Series 54: Best photos

Check out these photos from the fights at DWCS 54 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas.

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Dana White’s Contender Series 54 live results

Follow along with the live results of Dana White's Contender Series 54 live at UFC Apex.

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Photos: Dana White’s Contender Series 54 weigh-ins and faceoffs

Check out these photos from the Dana White's Contender Series 54 weigh-ins and faceoffs in Las Vegas.

Evening Standard

Will Trafalgar Square’s fourth plinth host a statue of the Queen?

Plans for the exhibition spot were put on hold following the Queen’s death

Evening Standard

New Justice Secretary Brandon Lewis agrees to meet barristers on strike

Justice Secretary Brandon Lewis has agreed to meet with striking barristers next week, as new figures show the Crown Court backlog has risen to almost 60,000 cases.

Evening Standard

Defendants set free from prison as barrister Legal Aid strike continues

Thousands of trials and sentencing hearings have had to be abandoned

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