David Lammy

2 articles

prisons

103 Erroneous Releases Since April

England and Wales saw 103 prisoners freed by error since April, a 128% annual rise, with two still at large. Justice Secretary Lammy's downward trend claim ignores climbing numbers and public safety gaps.

2 Dec 2025 · via the Guardian

jury trials

Lord Chancellor Targets Magna Carta Safeguard

Justice Secretary David Lammy proposes ending jury trials for most crimes, eroding an 800-year Magna Carta right. Fiscal crises drive the shift, centralizing power in judges as backlogs hit 2030.

29 Nov 2025 · via edwest.co.uk