Crown Prosecution Service6 Jul 2026Sex offences review scheme expanded after trialsThe scheme is rolled out nationally after regional trials, which started in the Midlands.6 Jul 20263 Jul 2026Mother says new custodial sentences for daughter's rapists 'better' but still 'not enough'Two teenage boys convicted of rape had initially been given non-custodial sentences but have since been handed a four year detention.3 Jul 20263 Jul 2026'Truly international network' of men drugging and raping women uncovered, NCA says Eight arrests have been made as the National Crime Agency says it has identified 270 people linked to the abuse websites.3 Jul 20261 Jul 2026Judge 'wrong' to spare boy rapists from custody, court toldThree teenage boys convicted of rape should have been detained, the Court of Appeal hears.1 Jul 202612 Jun 2026Boys' sentences for rape to be reviewed in JulyThe case has been referred to the Court of Appeal under the unduly lenient scheme.12 Jun 20265 Jun 2026CPS considering charges over fatal crashA boy died in July when a coach carrying school children came off the road on Exmoor.5 Jun 202623 May 2026How were teenage boys guilty of rape sentenced?The sentencing of three boys who raped two girls in separate attacks is being reviewed.23 May 202621 May 2026Boys' sentences for 10 counts of rape 'too lenient'The boys filmed themselves laughing and encouraging each other as they raped two girls in separate attacks.21 May 202619 May 2026Five convicted after man murdered in drug robbery Paul Foster who was fatally stabbed when the group arrived with a plan to steal drugs and money.19 May 2026...