Sentencing in England and Wales2 days agoDouble murderer and rapist told to 'rot in prison' by relatives of victims and survivorSimon Levy is jailed for life after murdering two women and raping another.2 days ago5 Aug 2026Police chief considers joining legal action over PC Harper killers' early releaseTwo of PC Andrew Harper's killers are set to be included in the government's early release scheme, which begins in October.5 Aug 202617 Jul 2026Attorney general criticised after errors in rape caseThree teenage boys were convicted for raping two girls in Fordingbridge.17 Jul 20263 Jul 2026Mother says new custodial sentences for daughter's rapists 'better' but still 'not enough'Two teenage boys convicted of rape had initially been given non-custodial sentences but have since been handed a four year detention.3 Jul 20261 Jul 2026Judge 'wrong' to spare boy rapists from custody, court toldThree teenage boys convicted of rape should have been detained, the Court of Appeal hears.1 Jul 20261 Jul 2026Girl reveals rape trauma ahead of sentence reviewThe teenager is one of two girls who were raped by two boys in Fordingbridge, Hampshire.1 Jul 202629 Jun 2026Domestic killers could face extra 10 years in prison under new plans The changes mean the 15-year starting sentence could be increased to 25 years to be in line with other murders.29 Jun 202612 Jun 2026Boys' sentences for rape to be reviewed in JulyThe case has been referred to the Court of Appeal under the unduly lenient scheme.12 Jun 202624 May 2026Girl raped by boys spared jail tells BBC judge's decision was like 'rock in my face'Responding to the interview, Sir Keir Starmer said it was “an appalling case” and that it was right that the sentences are reviewed. 24 May 2026...
