Andy Burnham's intervention modifies the UK's prison early release scheme, excluding those convicted of rape, serious child sexual offenses, and grooming, reducing the number of early releases from 6,000 to 5,000 over 10 months.
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Nine men, aged 54 to 76, have appeared in court charged with a total of 41 historical sexual offences against eight child victims in south Wales between 1985 and 1996. The arrests were made across the UK following Gwent Police's Operation Oak, with cases transferred to Crown court.
Queensland's new fast-tracked child abuse reporting scheme, launched July 1, has received over 200 complaints in its first three weeks, leading to 174 QFCC cases and 60 police referrals. The scheme aims to prevent harm by improving information sharing, a flaw highlighted by serial paedophile Ashley Paul Griffith's undetected offending.
A 15-year-old boy appeared in Wellingborough Youth Court, charged with 22 sexual offences, including rape, against eight girls aged 10-15. His case was sent to Northampton Crown Court for August 18, and he was released on bail with conditions.
Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate, dual British-US citizens, were arrested in Miami as part of a UK police investigation into alleged sexual offences. The Crown Prosecution Service has brought further charges, including rape and human trafficking, and requested their extradition to the UK.
Hong Kong is reviewing its sexual offences law to provide clearer definitions of consent and a modern framework reflecting gender equality. The reforms, based on over a decade of work, aim to protect vulnerable groups and address sexual violence, harassment, and exploitation.
Top UK judges are hearing arguments over Trinidad and Tobago's colonial-era 'buggery law' that criminalizes anal sex between consenting men. The law, challenged by activist Jason Jones, was overturned in 2018 but reinstated by an appeals court. The Privy Council's decision, expected in 3-6 months, could impact other colonial-era laws in the Caribbean.
Hong Kong authorities are launching a public consultation on sexual law reforms, warning that cults luring victims overseas for sex and suggestive games at orientation camps could constitute sexual offenses. The reforms aim to include sexual offenses involving deception within the city's legal scope, even if the act occurs abroad, and will introduce a new statutory definition of consent.
Gary Glitter, real name Paul Gadd, faces charges for historical sexual offences against a girl under 13 and 14, allegedly occurring between 1978-1981 in Kensington. He is due in court August 5th.
Police have submitted a file to the Crown Prosecution Service regarding a 66-year-old MP, Dan Norris, on suspicion of multiple sexual offences including rape, sexual assault, voyeurism, and upskirting. Norris, who denies the allegations, was suspended by the Labour Party but remains an independent MP.
Malaysia's parliament passed an amendment extending criminal jurisdiction to child sexual offenses committed abroad by residents. Lawyers and advocates question enforcement capabilities, citing challenges in evidence gathering and foreign cooperation.
Hong Kong proposes updating sexual offence laws, criminalising same-sex rape, introducing new minors' protections, and setting a uniform age of consent at 16.
Saw Chia Liang, 41, appeared in Perth Magistrates Court facing 31 new charges including child exploitation offenses. A bail hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, with investigators identifying potentially eight or nine victims.
The Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) has condemned former leader Jeffrey Donaldson, convicted of child sexual offenses, as a "wicked deceiver" who led a "double and duplicitous life." Leaders at Stormont distanced the party from Donaldson, calling him a manipulator who hid his crimes. The conviction follows a trial where he was found guilty of 18 offenses against two victims.
A man in his 60s admitted to sexually assaulting his unconscious wife over three years, pleading guilty to rape and other sexual offenses. He will stand trial with 12 other men in September.
Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson convicted of 18 sexual offences against two child victims over 30 years ago. He was remanded into custody, with a lengthy prison sentence expected. His wife was found to have aided and abetted.
Sexual abuse cases against children under 17 in Hong Kong surged 20% in 2025 to 797, up from 663 in 2024. Security Minister Chris Tang vowed to tighten laws by June to better protect victims, studying Law Reform Commission recommendations.
Hong Kong reported a 20% increase in sexual abuse cases against children under 17 in 2025, with 797 incidents compared to 663 the previous year. Security Minister Chris Tang pledged to strengthen laws by June to better protect victims, citing ongoing reviews of Law Reform Commission recommendations.
The Reserve Bank of Australia maintained its official interest rate at 4.35% due to a slowing economy and rising unemployment. This decision offers little relief to mortgage holders facing increased costs from previous rate hikes. Higher fuel prices are contributing to inflation.
A woman sexually assaulted by Dr Krishna Singh while six months pregnant has urged other victims to speak out. Singh was jailed for 12 years in 2022 for offences against 47 patients over four decades, including inappropriate examinations and comments.
Jess Phillips criticizes lenient sentences for teenage boys convicted of rape and sexual assault, calling for a review of sentencing guidelines to prioritize victim safety over perpetrator rehabilitation.
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, 63, and his wife Eleanor, 60, face trial in Newry crown court for alleged sex offences spanning 21 years, including rape and gross indecency, with the trial expected to last at least four weeks.
Met Police are urging potential victims of serial rapist John Worboys to come forward, following an ITV drama and a parole board decision to keep him imprisoned. The force has apologised for past failings in his investigation.
