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High Court blocks release of murderer who kept wife’s location secret
The High Court has overturned a Parole Board decision to free Glyn Razzell, a man convicted of murdering his wife, Linda, in 2002, citing concerns over public safety and his refusal to reveal where he hid her body.
High Court dismisses challenge against Chinese embassy development
A High Court judge has rejected a legal challenge from local residents aimed at halting the construction of a major new Chinese embassy in London.
Prince Harry and high-profile group face multi-million pound legal bill
Prince Harry and a group of prominent figures face a substantial legal bill after losing their privacy lawsuit against the publisher of the Daily Mail.
Edinburgh man receives lifelong sentence for kidnapping and raping teenager
A 21-year-old man has been sentenced to an order for lifelong restriction after kidnapping and raping a 15-year-old girl in an Edinburgh basement.
Rugby organizations push for dismissal of concussion-related lawsuits
Rugby governing bodies have asked the High Court to drop hundreds of concussion lawsuits, citing a failure by claimants to meet document disclosure deadlines.
Federal High Court Prohibits FRSC Enforcement on Kano State Roads
A Kano Federal High Court has barred the FRSC from enforcing traffic laws on state-owned roads, citing a lack of legal authority and violations of constitutional rights.
Relatives of Mull of Kintyre Chinook victims petition High Court for case revival
Families of the 29 people killed in the 1994 Mull of Kintyre Chinook crash are asking the High Court to approve a new legal challenge against the Ministry of Defence, citing unaddressed concerns about the aircraft's safety.
Lagos Man Sentenced to Death for Fatal Stabbing Over Romantic Dispute
A Lagos High Court has sentenced Justice Odey to death for the fatal stabbing of Benedict Agara during a dispute over a woman in 2021.
Kwara High Court Schedules July 22 Arraignment for Bukola Saraki Over Defamation Allegations
A Kwara State High Court has scheduled July 22, 2026, for the arraignment of former Senate President Bukola Saraki following allegations of criminal defamation against Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq.
Campaigners Evaluate Legal Options Following High Court Loss Over Gatwick Expansion
Opponents of the Gatwick Airport expansion are considering an appeal after the High Court rejected their legal challenge against the government-approved runway project.