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Sentencing Council delays two-tier guidelines following backlash

Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood announced plans to introduce legislation to block the changes

Evening Standard

Justice Secretary ‘considering all her options’ on Sentencing Council – minister

The Government is set to introduce a law change in Parliament to override the new guidance for judges.

Evening Standard

Sentencing Council backs down over ‘two-tier’ guidelines in face of Starmer fury

Keir Starmer made it clear his government would try to push through a law this week to overturn the guidance after claims it would create a ‘two-tier’ justice system

The Independent UK

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Justice Secretary warned against ‘megaphone diplomacy’ in sentencing row

Former Tory justice secretary Sir Robert Buckland also suggested he had no truck with accusations the Government was implementing ‘two-tier’ justice.

The Independent UK

Outrage Erupts Over ‘Soft’ New Guidelines That Could Let More Migrants Dodge Deportation in Latest Scandal

Concerns are growing over new draft sentencing guidelines that critics say could make it easier for foreign offenders to avoid deportation.

The Fashion Central

Kemi Badenoch really doesn’t want a pact with Nigel Farage. The problem is lots of Tories really do

The Tories are trailing third in the polls and look set for local election disaster. If Reform is the answer, she may have to go, says the Spectator’s political editor, Katy Balls

The Guardian - UK

Government should abolish Sentencing Council, Tory MP suggests

Esther McVey drew comparisons to the Government’s recent decision to abolish NHS England.

Evening Standard

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‘Nothing is off the table’ as Tories set to begin renewing policy offer

Kemi Badenoch has so far made only a few policy commitments, preferring to focus on principles and rebuilding trust.

Evening Standard

Proposals for stronger powers over Sentencing Council guidelines blocked

Robert Jenrick’s Bill proposed that the Sentencing Council be prevented from issuing guidelines without the consent of the Secretary of State.

The Independent UK

Jonathan Reynolds ‘corrects record’ for referring to himself as ex-solicitor

Business secretary said he made ‘inadvertent error’ by claiming he once worked in the legal profession during a 2014 Commons debate

The Guardian - UK

UK's Trump Fans Revealed: Meet 7 Politicians Proudly Supporting Trump—Who's the Most Shocking?

With pro-Trump rhetoric on the rise, many UK politicians are turning to his ideology for answers regarding the economy and immigration. Here's seven you should know about.

International Business Times UK

Labour used to give the needy the benefit of the doubt. Now they slash their benefits

It’s no wonder many people on welfare are starting to look back on the last government with affection

The Guardian - UK

Shabana Mahmood: Serco’s performance fitting electronic tags ‘not good enough’

Serco has repeatedly come under fire for delays in fitting offenders with tags since it took over the Ministry of Justice’s tagging contract in 2023.

Evening Standard

Justice Secretary to meet Sentencing Council over ‘two tier’ guidance row

The Sentencing Council told Shabana Mahmood that if ministers ‘dictated’ guidance to courts it would undermine judicial independence.

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The Independent UK

Justice secretary set for showdown with judges over sentencing guidelines

Comes as Sentencing Council write a letter angrily rejecting minister’s claim that they have created a ‘two tier’ justice system

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Outrage as 'Two-Tier' Justice System Sparks Fury—Labour Demands Immediate Action

Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood has called for controversial new sentencing guidelines to be scrapped “as soon as possible.”

The Fashion Central

Nigel Farage Teases Tory Defection—Reveals Secret ‘Offer’ to Robert Jenrick

Nigel Farage has weighed in on speculation that former Conservative minister Robert Jenrick could jump ship to Reform UK.

The Guardian - UK

Mahmood to review Sentencing Council’s powers amid ‘two-tier’ justice row

Lord chancellor announces move follows claims that new sentencing rules discriminate against white men

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The Independent UK

BBC presenter cuts off Jenrick in fiery clash over ‘two-tier justice’ claims

Robert Jenrick’s interview with Emma Barnett descended into a row over sentencing guidelines

The Guardian - UK

Starmer says it would be ‘big mistake’ to think Ukraine no longer needs military support because peace deal inevitable – as it happened

Prime minister says countries will have to defend a peace deal, if one happens, as he takes questions at a defence factory

The Guardian - UK

Ministers criticise ‘two-tier’ sentencing changes in England and Wales

Sentencing Council plans to make offenders’ ethnic backgrounds a greater factor in deciding whether to jail them

The Independent UK

‘The free world needs a new leader’, EU foreign chief warns after explosive row between Trump and Zelensky

It comes after Donald Trump claimed Volodymyr Zelensky is ‘not ready for peace’, in an extraordinary confrontation between the two leaders

The Independent UK

Churchill ‘would be turning in his grave’ as Trump faces British backlash over Zelensky spray

Prime minister Keir Starmer declared his “unwavering support” for Ukraine as senior Conservative MPs, including Tory leader Kemi Badenoch, leapt to the Mr Zelensky’s defence

The Independent UK

Lammy admits Trump can veto Chagos deal ahead of White House confrontation over islands

Foreign secretary’s admission comes as The Independent has discovered the President has been handed a second legal dossier on why the deal should not go ahead

The National (Scotland)

Investigation launched into Labour minister for 'lying' on his CV

THE Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has said it will reinvestigate Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds over accusations he misrepresented his…

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