Law

Published: 12 November 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online Northamptonshire’s police chief constable, Ivan Balhatchet, has been found guilty of contempt of court, with judges set to decide whether he should face imprisonment or a fine. The ruling marks the conclusion of a four-year legal struggle stemming from the wrongful arrest of a woman, highlighting both the persistence of ordinary citizens seeking justice and the accountability of...

Published: 12 November 2025 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online Brits with certain health conditions can automatically qualify for a free bus pass in England, giving them access to local buses without worrying about the cost. Concessionary bus passes are designed to help those who otherwise face difficulty getting around, and there are two main types available: older person passes and disabled person passes. In England,...

Published: 12 November 2025 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online The UK Government will reconsider its decision not to award compensation to women affected by changes to the state pension age, after new evidence has emerged that was not shown to the previous Work and Pensions Secretary. Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden announced that undisclosed evidence from 2007, which was unavailable to his predecessor Liz...

Published: 10 November 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The UK government has reiterated its position that mobile phones have “no place in our schools,” urging headteachers to take decisive action to prevent classroom disruption while ensuring children are better protected from harmful online content. The statement comes amid ongoing concerns about the impact of smartphones on students’ concentration, mental health, and overall academic performance. A government...

Published: 10 November 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The Bar Council has called for urgent reforms to ensure all family court cases involving domestic abuse fall within the scope of legal aid, including scrapping means testing for alleged victims and survivors. Representing the 18,000 barristers in England and Wales, the council has outlined a comprehensive package of recommendations aimed at strengthening the family justice system and...

Published: 10 November 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. In a dramatic shake-up at the heart of British media, Tim Davie, the BBC’s director general, has resigned, alongside Deborah Turness, head of BBC News, following accusations of “serious and systemic” bias in the corporation’s coverage of issues including Donald Trump, Gaza, and trans rights. The announcements have sent shockwaves through the broadcaster, which is simultaneously preparing to...

Published: 09 November 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. This Sunday, King Charles will take centre stage at the Cenotaph in London, leading the nation in a solemn National Service of Remembrance to honour those who have died in conflict. The service, which will feature a two-minute silence at 11am, marks a poignant moment for the country to reflect on the sacrifices of armed forces personnel, veterans,...

Published: 08 November 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Four Labour MPs who lost the party whip in July for being “persistent rebels” have had the sanction removed, completing the return of backbenchers who were previously penalised for defying party lines. The MPs – Neil Duncan-Jordan, Chris Hinchliff, Brian Leishman, and Rachael Maskell – spoke with Labour chief whip Jonathan Reynolds and were allowed to resume full...

Published: 07 November 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. A British grandmother who faced a death sentence in Bali for smuggling a large quantity of cocaine is set to return to the UK, bringing an end to more than a decade of imprisonment and legal uncertainty. Lindsay Sandiford, 69, has spent over 13 years in Kerobokan prison, one of the world’s most notorious correctional facilities, following her...

Published: 07 November 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. A Newcastle United supporter who was banned from matches for expressing gender-critical views on social media has been allowed to return to St James’ Park after nearly two years. Linzi Smith, 36, a lifelong fan, faced a three-season ban after complaints were raised that transgender fans might feel unsafe sitting near her. The case also drew police attention,...