David Lammy

Ruth Ellis, the last woman executed in Britain in 1955, has been posthumously granted a conditional pardon, acknowledging the injustice of her execution for killing her abusive lover. The pardon replaces the death penalty with life imprisonment, recognizing that her case influenced a 1957 law allowing a diminished responsibility defense.

Ruth Ellis, the last woman executed in Britain in 1955 for killing her abusive lover David Blakely, was granted a conditional pardon by Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy. The pardon replaces her death sentence with life imprisonment, acknowledging systemic injustice in her trial, where her abuse was not considered. Her grandchildren sought the pardon, citing evidence of battered woman syndrome that could have altered her conviction.

David Lammy increased the minimum sentence for domestic murder victims after years of lobbying by mothers whose daughters were killed by partners. Carole Gould and Julie Devey presented photos of their daughters, Ellie and Poppy Devey Waterhouse, murdered by Thomas Griffiths and Joe Atkinson, respectively.

Offenders in England and Wales who kill current or ex-partners now face a minimum 25-year prison sentence, an increase of 10 years. The change follows a seven-year campaign by mothers of domestic murder victims.

Andy Burnham's decisive victory in the Makerfield special election could trigger events leading to Keir Starmer's resignation as Labour leader and prime minister. Burnham is positioned to challenge Starmer for the Labour Party leadership following his strong electoral performance and recent Labour setbacks.

David Lammy’s planned changes to criminal courts in England and Wales could have a 'far-reaching' impact on race relations, with a cross-party committee warning the reforms may increase mistrust in the criminal justice system among the black community. The justice select committee highlighted that black defendants are more likely to elect for trial, potentially exacerbating existing tensions.

The UK faces significant public sector spending cuts to fund defense pledges, with a former NATO chief warning of financial challenges in meeting NATO's 3.5% GDP defense target. The article highlights the political difficulty for Labour MPs in balancing defense commitments with cuts to education, transport, and climate goals.

David Lammy will announce a trial of AI legal assistants in crown courts to address case backlogs in England and Wales. Lawyers warn that AI should not be used to replace funding and additional court staff.

British deputy prime minister David Lammy told U.S. Vice President JD Vance he was wrong to blame immigration for the murder of university student Henry Nowak, who was stabbed by British citizen Vickrum Digwa. Lammy emphasized the killer was British and the case has no link to mass migration, while Vance's comments sparked criticism and protests in the UK.

British deputy prime minister David Lammy told U.S. Vice President JD Vance he was incorrect to link the murder of 18-year-old Henry Nowak to immigration, emphasizing the killer was British. Vance had blamed the stabbing on 'mass invasion of migrants,' prompting Lammy to challenge the narrative during a phone call. The victim's family and UK officials urged against using the case to fuel division.

David Lammy informed JD Vance that he is 'wrong' regarding the Henry Nowak case after Vance partially attributed the teen's murder to a 'mass invasion of migrants.'

Deputy PM David Lammy told US vice-president JD Vance he was wrong to blame mass migration for the murder of British teenager Henry Nowak. Lammy stated during a phone call that 'our democratic process is working well' and corrected Vance's commentary on the case.

The release of Peter Mandelson's documents exposed internal conflicts within the Labour party, revealing doubts and regrets over his appointment as ambassador to Washington. A 2024 letter from Mandelson to David Lammy, where he promised to ensure a successful appointment, later became a point of contention as senior government figures expressed regret.

Peter Mandelson assured the UK government he would never regret appointing him as ambassador to the US, but documents released show his appointment caused significant embarrassment for Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Mandelson was fired after nine months due to concerns over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein and security vetting issues, with ongoing questions about the rushed approval process and missing details related to a police investigation.

Peter Mandelson assured the British government he would never regret appointing him as ambassador to the United States, but his nine-month tenure ended in controversy. Newly released files reveal concerns over Mandelson's ties to Jeffrey Epstein and failed security checks, compounding challenges for Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

David Lammy, England and Wales' first black lord chancellor, and Sue Carr, the lady chief justice, have established a new judicial and legal diversity board to accelerate recruitment of minority ethnic and working-class candidates into the judiciary. The board's formation follows criticism that Lammy's plan to reduce jury trials could increase racial and class bias in the legal system.

Deputy PM David Lammy urges Labour to unite and abandon infighting, warning that internal debate on the EU will play into Reform UK's hands. He emphasizes the need to focus on delivering for the British public after a recent beating in working-class heartlands. Labour is at risk of losing to Reform UK in upcoming elections.

Keir Starmer is not setting a timetable for his departure from Downing Street, according to David Lammy, despite speculation about his leadership. Andy Burnham's potential win in the Makerfield byelection may impact Starmer's decision. Labour is urged to move beyond repeated leadership speculation.

David Lammy promises to cut the number of children jailed while awaiting trial by 25%. The justice secretary's white paper will overhaul youth justice rules and may end lifelong criminal records for under-18s. This move aims to reduce the number of children in jail.

Gordon Brown is reportedly nicknamed the 'real deputy PM' by Keir Starmer's inner circle, according to insiders. This nickname suggests that Brown has significant influence within the party. The information is not meant to be shared with David Lammy.

UK Energy Secretary Ed Miliband and former Foreign Secretary David Lammy expressed concerns over Peter Mandelson's appointment as the UK's ambassador to Washington, fearing it could cause significant issues. Both officials discussed the potential risks associated with the appointment.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a political crisis over the appointment of Peter Mandelson, a scandal-plagued figure linked to Jeffrey Epstein, as ambassador to Washington. Mandelson's security clearance was denied in a vetting process, yet he was appointed without Starmer's knowledge, leading to demands for his resignation and internal party unrest.

Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy claims Keir Starmer would have blocked Peter Mandelson from becoming UK ambassador to Washington if he knew about a failed security vetting. Lammy criticized former civil servant Oliver Robbins for not informing Downing Street about the issue, calling it 'inexplicable'.

UK Deputy PM David Lammy meets US politician JD Vance in Washington to address strained UK-US relations following the Iran nuclear dispute. The 'Special Relationship' is under pressure due to recent tensions involving Iran.

Geoffrey Robertson, founder of Doughty Street Chambers, criticizes Labour's plan to restrict jury trials as a betrayal of party values. He argues the proposal to reduce backlog is a 'cure worse than the disease' and aligns with a 9,000-word critique of the courts and tribunals bill.

The article highlights political tensions involving the Green Party, a councillor who insulted David Lammy with the term 'coconut,' and an Argentinian individual advocating for the return of the Falklands to Britain. These elements reflect divisive political stances and international disputes.

Up to 90 Labour MPs are expected to oppose David Lammy's proposed budget cuts to jury trials. The move represents a significant internal conflict within the Labour Party over legal funding priorities.

David Lammy announced changes allowing victims and bereaved families six months to challenge 'unduly lenient' sentences, replacing the previous 28-day limit. The policy aims to provide more time for affected parties to engage with the justice system after a criminal sentence is handed down.