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Community sentencing weaknesses threaten justice reforms

Magistrates’ Association says delays, probation shortages and regional gaps leave courts without effective alternatives to custody

Crime and Policing Bill cleared by Lords after key amendments agreed

Lords approve final amendments to Crime and Policing Bill at third reading

Crown Court backlog passes 80,000 cases to reach new record high

Sarah Sackman warns victims face devastating delays as backlog rises 8% year-on-year

MPs demand urgent state apology over forced adoption scandal

MPs urge an urgent apology and support for survivors of historical forced adoption