Irish and British Barristers Oppose UK Government Plan to Reduce Jury Trials
Barristers from Ireland and across the UK have voiced strong opposition to proposals by the British government to significantly reduce the use of jury trials in England and Wales. Legal bodies warn that limiting jury trials to only the most serious offences risks undermining a fundamental pillar of the justice system and may fail to address the root causes of court backlogs, including underfunding and systemic delays.
Severe Turbulence Injures Passengers on Ryanair Flight from Tenerife to Birmingham
Several passengers were injured after a Ryanair flight travelling from Tenerife to Birmingham encountered severe mid-air turbulence, prompting an emergency response on arrival in the UK. Witnesses described sudden and violent shaking inside the cabin, with medical teams meeting the aircraft at Birmingham Airport to treat those affected.