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Southport killer trying to manipulate system, say families, after move to Broadmoor

Axel Rudakubana transferred to psychiatric hospital after it was concluded he could not be safely managed in prison

The Guardian - UK · Jul 24

‘We can’t even walk through the streets’: women arrested for kissing in public on life under Uganda’s anti-LGBTQ+ law

Wendy Faith and Alesi Diana Denise freed after five months in prison over allegations of engaging in same-sex activity

The Guardian - UK · Jul 24

When will the early prisoner release scheme review take place?

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The Independent UK · Jul 24

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Southport killer ‘manipulating the system’ – lawyer for bereaved families

Axel Rudakubana, now 19, was given a life sentence for the murders of Alice da Silva Aguiar, nine; Bebe King, six; and Elsie Dot Stancombe, seven.

Evening Standard · Jul 24

Andy Burnham Stops Early Prisoner Releases as Britain's Prison Crisis Persists

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has paused an early prisoner release scheme due to public backlash, highlighting Britain's ongoing prison overcrowding crisis and sparking debate on alternative solutions.

International Business Times UK · Jul 24

PM’s prisons early release review to be conducted over ‘coming days and weeks’

Under the new Sentencing Act set to come into force in September, some 6,000 criminals were due to be released under the early prison release scheme.

The Independent UK · Jul 24

Bishop visited his abuse accuser in jail, jury told

A senior Catholic cleric accused of giving a young Aboriginal man alcohol before coercing him to have sex repeatedly visited his alleged victim in prison.

AAP · Jul 24

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Southport Killer Moved to Psychiatric Hospital After Alleged Prison Officer Attack

Axel Rudakubana, serving a life sentence for multiple murders, has been moved from HMP Belmarsh to Broadmoor psychiatric hospital after a violent incident, sparking debate over mental health treatment in prisons.

International Business Times UK · Jul 24

Ireland urged to put pressure on Germany over pro-Palestinian activist’s trial

Irish politicians concerned about Daniel Tatlow-Devally’s treatment in jail want Micheál Martin to send observers to Ulm 5 trial

The Guardian - UK · Jul 24

Inside Iran's accelerating execution campaign amid wartime crackdown

Iran has executed dozens of political prisoners since the war began. Activists fear intensified executions to instill societal fear and silence dissent. Hundreds of political prisoners and protesters currently face capital charges. Many inmates protest executions for drug-related charges and murder. The nation remains a prolific executioner, second only to…

The Economic Times · Jul 24

Netflix's 'A Toxic Love Story': The Shocking Case of Michelle Hadley

Netflix's 'A Toxic Love Story' explores Michelle Hadley's wrongful accusation and imprisonment, revealing a complex conspiracy. Now an advocate, Hadley shares her journey of resilience and recovery.

International Business Times UK · Jul 23

Voices: PC Harper’s killers have exposed a flaw in Labour’s sentencing reforms

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: If prisoners can walk free under a scheme intended to tackle overcrowding, something has gone badly wrong with British justice. Andy Burnham has heeded the public outrage – but he must demand further changes

The Independent UK · Jul 23

Southport killer Axel Rudakubana transferred to psychiatric hospital

Next Wednesday marks two years since Rudakubana carried out an attack at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class on July 29 2024, killing three girls

Evening Standard · Jul 23

Southport killer Axel Rudakubana moved to Broadmoor psychiatric hospital

Exclusive: Clinical assessments concluded Rudakubana could not be safely managed in prison, sources say

The Guardian - UK · Jul 23

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Evening Standard · Jul 23

Andy Burnham’s pause on early release of prisoners ‘good start but not enough’

The mother of police officer Andrew Harper spoke out after the Prime Minister paused the plan.

Evening Standard · Jul 23

Katie Price calls out husband Lee Andrews for 'hurting other people' as she tires of 'ridiculous' drama

Model said that ‘there is no smoke without fire’ while discussing rumours about her husband of seven months

The Independent UK · Jul 23

Bulletin PM briefing: Early prison release scheme paused and two die in beach tragedy

What we know as Burnham pauses early prison release scheme. Mother and daughter who died in ‘tragic incident’ at Essex beach identified. Drought in Wales as record-breaking heatwaves spark wildfires. Burnham’s plan to slash pub taxes dismissed as ‘political manoeuvre’. How police failed to make basic checks before deadly Manchester…

The Independent UK · Jul 23

Burnham puts Labour’s early prisoner release scheme on hold

‘No prisoners will be let out under this policy until we have conducted an urgent review’, the new prime minister said

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The Independent UK · Jul 23

Burnham pauses early prison release scheme after fury over PC Harper’s killers

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Evening Standard · Jul 23

Andy Burnham pauses plan for early release of prisoners

The Prime Minister said ‘keeping the public safe’ was always his ‘top priority’.

The Guardian - UK · Jul 23

Prisoner early release scheme paused by Andy Burnham may still go ahead

Probation union and crime victims had raised doubts over plan to free 6,000 offenders across England and Wales

International Business Times UK · Jul 23

Why Was Katie Price's Father-In-Law Detained and Freed From Al-Awir Prison in Dubai?

Katie Price's father-in-law has reportedly been released from Dubai's Al-Awir prison as her husband Lee Andrews remains detained amid opaque fraud allegations and a fresh leaked audio controversy.

The Conversation · Jul 23

Thinking about life inside: how performance is creating space for a discussion of crime and punishment

The informal role of prison philosopher is taken up by incarcerated people across the world. With time on their hands and a proximity to other people, systems of control and narratives of morality, people in prison are well positioned to practice philosophy.

Evening Standard · Jul 23

Katie Price's husband Lee Andrews' family make bombshell claim amid prison stint

Andrews, who married Katie Price in January, reportedly sent a second period in prison earlier this month

International Business Times UK · Jul 23

Australian ISIS Doctor 'Dr Jihad' Found Alive in Iraqi Prison as Government Faces Questions Over His Return

Australian doctor Tareq Kamleh, presumed dead, is found alive in an Iraqi prison, raising questions about the government's awareness and response to his potential return.

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