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BBC Radio 4 Today Programme
Coverage of BBC Radio 4 Today Programme in the Nexus archive.
- Decision not to jail three UK boys for rape is ‘unusual’ and could be reviewed, says ex-attorney general
Ex-UK attorney general Dominic Grieve suggests the non-custodial sentences given to three teenage boys convicted of rape could be reviewed by current attorney general Richard Hermer. He emphasized balancing rehabilitation and deterrence in sentencing.
- Organisers challenge Starmer’s threat to ban some pro-Palestine marches
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has indicated support for banning certain pro-Palestine protests, claiming there are 'instances' where such demonstrations should be prohibited. Organizers of these marches argue this threatens fundamental rights to free assembly and free speech in the UK.