David Lammy says those affected by a heinous crime cannot be expected to engage with the justice system within the existing 28-day limit

We should not be comfortable about the fact 13,000 children are sentenced each year.

Exclusive: Minister for youth justice Jake Richards says ‘we can’t afford to ignore what works’ after trip to Spain

Tony Hudgell, who lost both legs after his birth parents assaulted him, has fought to protect children.

Tony Hudgell, who lost both legs after his birth parents assaulted him, has fought to protect children.

The government sets out its reforms and plans to modernise the youth justice system.

Justice Minister Jake Richards writes for The Mirror after it was announced victims will be able to access crown court sentencing remarks for free - and he tells Sarah's story