01 July 2026

Recent announcements: Murder sentencing, Law Commission, Asylum

1) Sentencing for murder: 

The Secretary of State for Justice (David Lammy MP) has announced his intention to alter sentencing for murder ….

Justice for victims as domestic killers to face longer behind bars - GOV.UK

‘Heinous offenders who kill their partner, or ex, could face an additional 10 years in prison, under a change announced today by the Deputy Prime Minister.