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Blitz Courts Aim to Clear Crown Court Backlog with Ten Cases Daily

Blitz courts in Nottingham and other regions are expediting Crown Court cases to reduce backlogs, with plans to expand the scheme amid rising case numbers and calls for justice reforms.

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Borders Railway Extension Business Case Expected by Late 2027

An outline business case for extending the Borders Railway to Carlisle is expected by late next year, with consultants to be appointed soon and a £10m feasibility study underway.

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Masked Gang Assaults Man in Wishaw, Leaving Him Seriously Injured

A 37-year-old man was seriously injured in a masked assault by three attackers in Wishaw. Police seek public assistance and CCTV footage to aid their investigation.

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Child Dies Following Dog Attack in Dormanstown, Police Confirm

A child has died following a dog bite in Dormanstown, Redcar. Police are investigating and have seized one dog while destroying another. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.

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Nun with a 'Love of Life' Dies After Being Hit by Car in Newport

Sister Genevieve, 87, known for her kindness and love of life, died after being hit by a car in Newport. She served as a nun for 67 years and was active in her community until her passing in February.

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Thief Jailed for Stealing £2m Fabergé Egg from Soho Pub

Enzo Conticello was jailed for over two years after stealing a £2.2m Fabergé egg and watch from a Soho pub. The items remain missing as police continue their investigation.

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Sadiq Khan Urges Stronger Government Action Against Social Media Disinformation

Mayor Sadiq Khan urges stronger government action against social media firms spreading disinformation about London crime and integration, warning of risks to public trust and safety.

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Driver Given Community Sentence for Death of Pedestrian on Aberdeenshire Road

Andrew Webster received a community sentence after causing the death of Calum Rae, who was lying on an Aberdeenshire road. The court heard details of the incident and family expressed disappointment at the sentence.

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Eight Youths Charged After Bus Driver Assault Outside Edinburgh Hospital

Eight youths have been charged after a bus driver was assaulted outside Edinburgh's Royal Infirmary. Police continue investigations and urge the public to provide information.

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15 English Universities Told 22,000 Weekend Students to Repay Loans and Grants

About 22,000 weekend students at 15 English universities must repay loans after institutions wrongly reported eligibility, sparking legal challenges and criticism from the education secretary and student unions.

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Woman Accused of Killing Sister and Taking Diamond Rolex, Court Hears

Nancy Pexton is accused of fatally stabbing her sister Jennifer Abbott Dauward and stealing her diamond Rolex. Abbott's body was found with a neck wound and tape over her mouth. Pexton denies murder; trial continues.

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Cyn-Gynhyrchydd BBC Yn Gwadu Cyhuddiadau Delweddau Anweddus Plant ar Ei Ddyfeisiau

Mae Dylan Dawes, cyn-gynhyrchydd BBC, yn gwadu cyhuddiadau delweddau anweddus plant ar ei ddyfeisiau, gan honni bod "rhywun arall yn edrych ar bornograffi" ar eu cyfrif. Mae'r achos yn parhau yng Nghaerdydd gyda dystiolaeth am ddefnydd offer cydweithwyr yn y swyddfa.

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