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"Record Court Backlog in England and Wales Prompts Government Reform Proposals"

"England and Wales face a record-high backlog of 73,105 criminal cases in crown courts, leading to delays, victims withdrawing from prosecutions, and overcrowded prisons. The government proposes "intermediate courts" to reduce the backlog, potentially diminishing the role of juries, but concerns exi...

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Thousands of Unusable Prison Cells Exacerbate Overcrowding Crisis in England and Wales

Thousands of prison cells in England and Wales are unusable due to safety concerns, including fire hazards and security breaches, exacerbating existing overcrowding and prompting the government to extend early release schemes, despite a £2.3bn investment in new prison places.

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Valleys Exhibition Showcases Region's Rich History

The Valleys exhibition at the National Museum Cardiff, running until January 5th, uses over 200 artworks to depict the area's history, from its industrial heyday to its post-industrial present, prompting emotional responses from many visitors, including singer Ian Watkins who recognizes his family's...

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Panasonic's 100% Renewable Energy Factory Opens in Wales

Panasonic opened a £20 million green energy factory in Cardiff, Wales, powered by 372kW of solar and 215kW of hydrogen fuel cells using locally-produced green hydrogen from Protium's Pioneer 1 project, demonstrating the feasibility of 100% renewable energy in factory operations and boosting Wales' g...

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Wales Qualifies for Women's Euro 2025 for the First Time

Wales secured a historic victory against the Republic of Ireland, qualifying for the Women's Euro 2025 for the first time, sparking widespread celebrations and inspiring the next generation of Welsh female footballers.

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Low Uptake of King Charles III Portraits Highlights Regional Divisions

Following the King's coronation, a government scheme offered 20,565 free portraits of Charles III to public institutions; however, only 2.8% of hospitals accepted the offer, while uptake varied significantly across regions and institution types, costing £2.7 million.

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Welsh Conservatives Restructure Shadow Cabinet

Following a narrow confidence vote, newly-elected Welsh Conservative leader Darren Millar has reshaped the shadow cabinet, reducing its size from 15 to 12 members and excluding his predecessor, Andrew RT Davies, and three others; Davies will instead chair the Senedd's Economy Committee.

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Court Crisis: 100,000 Case Backlog, Failing Victims

England and Wales courts face a crisis with a predicted 100,000 crown court backlog, 17,000 remand prisoners, and rape case withdrawals doubling in five years, undermining government pledges and highlighting the need for urgent reform.

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England and Wales Toughen Sentences for Murderers of Ex-Partners, Strangulation Cases

New laws in England and Wales will increase prison sentences for murderers who strangle their victims or kill ex-partners, addressing the disproportionate number of women killed by current or former male partners; approximately 70 murders annually will be impacted.

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Millar Set for Unopposed Victory as Next Welsh Conservative Leader

Darren Millar is set to become the next leader of the Welsh Conservatives after Andrew RT Davies resigned following a vote of no confidence; 14 of the 15 Welsh Conservative MSs have publicly endorsed Millar, making his election virtually certain.

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Flu nearly kills unvaccinated man twice

A 44-year-old man with asthma nearly died twice from flu after neglecting his vaccination, highlighting the severe consequences and prompting calls for increased vaccine uptake.

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FBI Most Wanted Terrorist Arrested in Wales After 20 Years on the Run

A Welsh man unknowingly sold his villa to Daniel Andreas San Diego, an FBI most wanted terrorist, who used it as a hideout for 20 years before his arrest on November 25, 2024, in Maenan, Wales.

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