Crown Prosecution Service.
United Kingdom government non-ministerial department
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What's happening
Active this week
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An investigation into potential financial offences involving Reform UK, broadcast footage, and the Crown Prosecution Service.Some support5 reports1 development inside
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Frank Ferguson has been appointed to head the special crime division of the Crown Prosecution Service.Some support2 reports
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Johnson accused Starmer regarding the CPS handling of the Savile case, referencing Starmer's past role as director of public prosecutions.Some support2 reports1 development inside
Earlier this month
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A High Court case involving seized Bitcoin assets saw Mark Turner rule on governing law, with the CPS providing information to the Financial Times.Some support1 report
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Authorities are categorizing activism based on business impact following an activist raid that caused an export license stoppage.Some support1 report
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The Crown Prosecution Service has charged a man in connection with the murder of Ann Widdecombe, whose background included service under John Major.Well supported14 reports1 development inside
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CPS informed the court about allegations against Young, a former Royal Navy intelligence rating, who plotted to leak secrets to Russia.Well supported9 reports
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Theresa May ordered a public inquiry into the Grenfell Tower fire, and the CPS is considering charges against Kensington and Chelsea.Some support1 report
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The Crown Prosecution Service charged the care home and the trust with corporate manslaughter following an accident at Roadford Lake.Some support1 report
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Attacks in London prompted legal review by the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS).Some support3 reports
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The Crown Prosecution Service charged Daniel Thomas with criminal damage on September 25, 2026.Some support2 reports
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Kenneth Law was involved in sending 330 packages of toxic substance, with UK harm addressed during sentencing in Canada.Well supported3 reports
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The Crown Prosecution Service, Darwen, and SPARK are involved in a new development.Some support1 report
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Christ's College, located in the Finchley area, falls under the jurisdiction of the Crown Prosecution Service in Hertfordshire.Some support1 report
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Grozev identified GRU officers behind poisonings, revealing how Russian intelligence used a guesthouse in Great Yarmouth for a foreign operation prosecuted by the CPS.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The Crown Prosecution Service has initiated proceedings regarding alleged support for Hamas, alongside challenges to Israeli actions concerning the Palestinian cause.Some support1 report
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Police issued public order instructions in Woolwich, and the CPS discontinued charges stemming from the protest.Some support1 report
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A Barclays branch in Burnley was targeted, leading to a CPS case where a judge considered terrorist connections.Well supported12 reports
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The National Crime Agency is driving an anti-money laundering strategy and recruiting investigators across Metropolitan Police, CPS, and City of London police.Some support1 report
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The Crown Prosecution Service reviewed evidence regarding charges against Lucy Letby, which was provided by Cheshire Constabulary.Well supported7 reports
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A diplomat was raided in London, prompting police liaison with US authorities and involving David Lammy.Some support8 reports
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Joshua died in Covent Garden, leading to a corporate manslaughter investigation in Islington, while Starmer's office engaged with the family.Some support1 report
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The Crown Prosecution Service is handling the fraud and money-laundering cases against Mehul Choksi.Some support1 report
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Jarvis warned against Russian threats to Britain as Russia's GRU military intelligence agency was linked to charges.Some support2 reports
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Government utilizes the Crown Prosecution Service to set policy for Cornwall and Devon areas.Some support1 report
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Entain faces a bribery case initiated by the Crown Prosecution Service regarding historic operations in Turkey.Some support1 report
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The Crown Prosecution Service is investigating allegations regarding political funding rules during the London mayoral election contest.Some support1 report
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The Crown Prosecution Service handled a hate crime case on August 26th, involving threats made against two mosques in Manchester.Some support1 report
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The Crown Prosecution Service is investigating claims against a former owner of Harrods, handling ongoing abuse allegations.Some support1 report
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The use of AI is causing issues in professional services, affecting legal findings, published work, and information integrity across various institutions.Some support1 report
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The Crown Prosecution Service announced the dropping of a case involving the benefits industry.Some support1 report
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Andrew Tate is facing serious charges, leading the Crown Prosecution Service to seek extradition.Well supported26 reports
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Investigation findings involving the Metropolitan Police and Crown Prosecution Service led to charges.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Accused of using Elon Musk's platform for political attacks, allegations of threats led to police involvement, and the CPS reviewed the charges.Some support2 reports
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The MoJ is examining the possibility of comparing military court systems with civilian justice, amidst press coverage highlighting failures in the justice system.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Investigation launched by the Crown Prosecution Service into an alleged grossly offensive social media post in Sunderland.Some support1 report
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The Crown Prosecution Service handled a serious criminal case involving Natland.Some support1 report
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The Crown Prosecution Service and the supreme court set a new legal precedent regarding unnamed suspects in investigations.Some support1 report
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The Crown Prosecution Service sought advice regarding donations made by George Cottrell.Some support1 report
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Graham Linehan was arrested at London Heathrow Airport, leading to a CPS review and subsequent legal settlement with the police.Well supported8 reports
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An investigation into press release errors regarding a case involving the Crown Prosecution Service and the town of Fordingbridge.Some support1 report
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Allegations of sexual offenses involving Dan Norris led to a review by the Crown Prosecution Service.Some support2 reports
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The Crown Prosecution Service appealed an initial dismissal decision on June 30, 2026.Some support2 reports
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Keir Starmer's leadership is under scrutiny as he faces fallout from his time leading the Crown Prosecution Service and questions regarding Jeffrey Epstein's files.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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A sanctions breach concerning oil trade has been reported, involving the Crown Prosecution Service and Russia.Well supported4 reports
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The Crown Prosecution Service advised police on issues concerning case integrity on June 7, 2026.Well supported3 reports
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The High Court upheld a decision made by the Crown Prosecution Service regarding a terror charge related to Hezbollah.Well supported3 reports
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Elon Musk criticized Keir Starmer's institutional failings, coinciding with a recommendation for a dedicated CPS unit by an inquiry.Some support1 report
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A senior judge has been involved in a matter concerning the influence on justice administration standards within the Crown Prosecution Service.Some support1 report
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A suspect from County Dublin was involved in an investigation related to the Crown Prosecution Service in Innsbruck.Some support1 report
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Ian Coates was identified as a victim in Nottingham, leading to criticism of the CPS decision and a review overseen by Shabana Mahmood.Some support1 report
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Protests against Israeli genocide in Palestine led to CPS actions and court reviews, with the Supreme Court examining terrorism law precedents.Some support1 report
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Investigation findings between the National Crime Agency and the Crown Prosecution Service are informing prosecution decisions.Well supported10 reports
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Procedural review of referrals between the Metropolitan Police and the Crown Prosecution Service based on agreed guidelines.Some support6 reports
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The Crown Prosecution Service prosecutes activists who targeted an Israeli defense contractor.Some support2 reports
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The Metropolitan Police are investigating the death of Andrea Bernard, which began on May 27, 2026, and now involves potential homicide charges handled by the Crown Prosecution Service.Well supported3 reports
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Sentences for rape convictions are under review following public outcry, prompting a PM referral.Some support2 reports
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News at the entities that move Crown Prosecution Service most-
Metropolitan Police StructuralThe Home Office has cut grant funding provided to the Metropolitan Police in London.Moves Crown Prosecution Service
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high court StructuralYSRCP filed petitions across the High Court and approached courts in Bengaluru to stall elections.Moves Crown Prosecution Service
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Shabana Mahmood StructuralAngela Rayner criticized Shabana Mahmood's proposed rules during a clash over care worker immigration rules.Moves Crown Prosecution Service
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Court of Appeal StructuralIGP Priyantha Weerasooriya failed to comply with Court of Appeal orders while police divisions operate in Gampaha, Kelaniya, and Negombo.Moves Crown Prosecution Service
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England StructuralJimmy Doherty led the rescue of bears from bile farms in England.Moves Crown Prosecution Service
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government StructuralThe government is working with the Country Women's Association to ensure the safety of shows.Moves Crown Prosecution Service
Connections
The 40 strongest of 117, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Metropolitan Police Structural
Metropolitan Police provides investigation findings and referrals, which the Crown Prosecution Service reviews for charging decisions.
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Ann Widdecombe Transactional
The Crown Prosecution Service is handling the murder investigation and associated charges related to Ann Widdecombe's death.
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Andrew Tate Structural
The Crown Prosecution Service has formally charged Andrew Tate with serious international crimes and is seeking his extradition to the UK.
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Jeremy Wright Transactional
The Crown Prosecution Service initiated legal action against Jeremy Wright, allowing prosecution under anti-terrorism laws.
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Vincent Brown Transactional
The Crown Prosecution Service formally charged Vincent Brown with genocide offenses related to a UK case.
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Frank Ferguson Structural
Frank Ferguson holds a formal leadership role as chief crown prosecutor within the Crown Prosecution Service.
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high court Structural
The High Court formally reviews, validates, and upholds the findings and decisions made by the Crown Prosecution Service.
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Keir Starmer Transactional
Keir Starmer previously served as the head of the Crown Prosecution Service.
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Andrew Tate Structural
UK prosecutors (CPS) are pursuing extradition charges against Andrew Tate.
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Tristan Tate Structural
The Crown Prosecution Service has initiated criminal proceedings against Tristan Tate.
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Andrew Transactional
The Crown Prosecution Service initiated legal action against Andrew, including bringing additional charges and seeking extradition.
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Young Transactional
The Crown Prosecution Service brought charges against Young after presenting allegations to the court.
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Shabana Mahmood Structural
Mahmood exercises formal oversight and regulatory review over the decisions and operations of the Crown Prosecution Service.
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Daniel Thomas Transactional
The Crown Prosecution Service has initiated formal charges against Daniel Thomas regarding criminal damage and disclosure failures.
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Court of Appeal Structural
The Crown Prosecution Service advises the Court of Appeal on sentencing, and the Court of Appeal maintains oversight through appellate review.
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England Structural
The Crown Prosecution Service operates as an integral part of the legal system within the jurisdiction of England.
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Mohsin Transactional
The Crown Prosecution Service formally authorized charges against Mohsin.
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Hezbollah Operational
The Crown Prosecution Service is involved in legal proceedings and terror charges related to Hezbollah or its support.
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government Structural
The government provides oversight and utilizes the Crown Prosecution Service in the criminal justice process.
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GRU Operational
The Crown Prosecution Service is actively investigating and prosecuting alleged contacts involving the Russian military intelligence service GRU.
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New Scotland Yard Operational
The two entities maintain a functional partnership where police inquiries cooperate directly with the prosecutorial proceedings.
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Nowak Structural
The Crown Prosecution Service provided expert advice regarding the integrity of a case involving Nowak.
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supreme court Operational
The Supreme Court's rulings set legal precedents and clarify laws relevant to the Crown Prosecution Service's investigations.
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Barclays Operational
The Crown Prosecution Service is involved in legal proceedings concerning protests targeting Barclays' operations.
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Cheshire Constabulary Structural
The Constabulary sends evidence that the Crown Prosecution Service uses for case review.
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Electoral Commission Structural
The Crown Prosecution Service seeks expert advice and liaises with the Electoral Commission regarding potential electoral finance offences.
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NCA Structural
The two entities maintain a functional partnership, collaborating on serious crime investigations to achieve prosecutorial outcomes.
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defence ministry Operational
The two entities are shown to coordinate their respective legal and military responses as part of the UK institutional framework.
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Graham Linehan Transactional
The relationship involved CPS reviewing evidence regarding Linehan's arrest, culminating in Linehan initiating a lawsuit against the police and reaching a settlement.
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Amanda Kelly Operational
The Crown Prosecution Service is actively involved in the legal process concerning Amanda Kelly, arguing for specific terrorist sentencing outcomes in court.
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Royal Navy Structural
The Crown Prosecution Service exercises legal authority over Royal Navy personnel, prosecuting sailors for crimes like spying.
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Hertfordshire Structural
The Crown Prosecution Service operates with jurisdictional responsibility for cases originating in Hertfordshire.
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Cameroon Transactional
The Crown Prosecution Service regulates matters concerning ship flag countries involved in sanctions breaches.
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Christian Wakeford Operational
The CPS investigated fraud committed by an adviser associated with Christian Wakeford.
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Cyprus Operational
The two entities maintain an operational relationship involving cooperation on extradition proceedings.
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Entain Operational
The Crown Prosecution Service initiated a bribery case against Entain's operations.
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Greater Manchester Police Operational
The Crown Prosecution Service and Greater Manchester Police engage in joint investigations and interviews.
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Kenneth Law Transactional
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Emma Transactional
A specific decision made by the Crown Prosecution Service regarding a case involving Emma led to criticism from her family.
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Alison Levitt Transactional
Alison Levitt was professionally involved with the Crown Prosecution Service.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
6 events- Frank Ferguson has been appointed to head the special crime division of the Crown Prosecution Service.
- A High Court case involving seized Bitcoin assets saw Mark Turner rule on governing law, with the CPS providing information to the Financial Times.
- Authorities are categorizing activism based on business impact following an activist raid that caused an export license stoppage.
- CPS informed the court about allegations against Young, a former Royal Navy intelligence rating, who plotted to leak secrets to Russia.
- Theresa May ordered a public inquiry into the Grenfell Tower fire, and the CPS is considering charges against Kensington and Chelsea.
- The Crown Prosecution Service charged the care home and the trust with corporate manslaughter following an accident at Roadford Lake.
September 2026
15 events- An investigation into potential financial offences involving Reform UK, broadcast footage, and the Crown Prosecution Service.
- Attacks in London prompted legal review by the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS).
- The Crown Prosecution Service charged Daniel Thomas with criminal damage on September 25, 2026.
- The Crown Prosecution Service, Darwen, and SPARK are involved in a new development.
- Christ's College, located in the Finchley area, falls under the jurisdiction of the Crown Prosecution Service in Hertfordshire.
- The Crown Prosecution Service has initiated proceedings regarding alleged support for Hamas, alongside challenges to Israeli actions concerning the Palestinian cause.
- Police issued public order instructions in Woolwich, and the CPS discontinued charges stemming from the protest.
- The National Crime Agency is driving an anti-money laundering strategy and recruiting investigators across Metropolitan Police, CPS, and City of London police.
- A diplomat was raided in London, prompting police liaison with US authorities and involving David Lammy.
- Joshua died in Covent Garden, leading to a corporate manslaughter investigation in Islington, while Starmer's office engaged with the family.
- The Crown Prosecution Service is handling the fraud and money-laundering cases against Mehul Choksi.
- Jarvis warned against Russian threats to Britain as Russia's GRU military intelligence agency was linked to charges.
- Government utilizes the Crown Prosecution Service to set policy for Cornwall and Devon areas.
- Entain faces a bribery case initiated by the Crown Prosecution Service regarding historic operations in Turkey.
- The Crown Prosecution Service is investigating allegations regarding political funding rules during the London mayoral election contest.
August 2026
6 events- The Crown Prosecution Service reviewed evidence regarding charges against Lucy Letby, which was provided by Cheshire Constabulary.
- The Crown Prosecution Service handled a hate crime case on August 26th, involving threats made against two mosques in Manchester.
- The Crown Prosecution Service is investigating claims against a former owner of Harrods, handling ongoing abuse allegations.
- The use of AI is causing issues in professional services, affecting legal findings, published work, and information integrity across various institutions.
- The Crown Prosecution Service announced the dropping of a case involving the benefits industry.
- Accused of using Elon Musk's platform for political attacks, allegations of threats led to police involvement, and the CPS reviewed the charges.
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July 2026
10 events- The Crown Prosecution Service has charged a man in connection with the murder of Ann Widdecombe, whose background included service under John Major.
- A Barclays branch in Burnley was targeted, leading to a CPS case where a judge considered terrorist connections.
- Andrew Tate is facing serious charges, leading the Crown Prosecution Service to seek extradition.
- Investigation launched by the Crown Prosecution Service into an alleged grossly offensive social media post in Sunderland.
- The Crown Prosecution Service handled a serious criminal case involving Natland.
- The Crown Prosecution Service and the supreme court set a new legal precedent regarding unnamed suspects in investigations.
- The Crown Prosecution Service sought advice regarding donations made by George Cottrell.
- Graham Linehan was arrested at London Heathrow Airport, leading to a CPS review and subsequent legal settlement with the police.
- An investigation into press release errors regarding a case involving the Crown Prosecution Service and the town of Fordingbridge.
- Allegations of sexual offenses involving Dan Norris led to a review by the Crown Prosecution Service.
June 2026
20 events- Johnson accused Starmer regarding the CPS handling of the Savile case, referencing Starmer's past role as director of public prosecutions.
- Kenneth Law was involved in sending 330 packages of toxic substance, with UK harm addressed during sentencing in Canada.
- Grozev identified GRU officers behind poisonings, revealing how Russian intelligence used a guesthouse in Great Yarmouth for a foreign operation prosecuted by the CPS.
- Investigation findings involving the Metropolitan Police and Crown Prosecution Service led to charges.
- The MoJ is examining the possibility of comparing military court systems with civilian justice, amidst press coverage highlighting failures in the justice system.
- The Crown Prosecution Service appealed an initial dismissal decision on June 30, 2026.
- Keir Starmer's leadership is under scrutiny as he faces fallout from his time leading the Crown Prosecution Service and questions regarding Jeffrey Epstein's files.
- A sanctions breach concerning oil trade has been reported, involving the Crown Prosecution Service and Russia.
- The Crown Prosecution Service advised police on issues concerning case integrity on June 7, 2026.
- The High Court upheld a decision made by the Crown Prosecution Service regarding a terror charge related to Hezbollah.
- Elon Musk criticized Keir Starmer's institutional failings, coinciding with a recommendation for a dedicated CPS unit by an inquiry.
- A senior judge has been involved in a matter concerning the influence on justice administration standards within the Crown Prosecution Service.
- A suspect from County Dublin was involved in an investigation related to the Crown Prosecution Service in Innsbruck.
- Ian Coates was identified as a victim in Nottingham, leading to criticism of the CPS decision and a review overseen by Shabana Mahmood.
- Protests against Israeli genocide in Palestine led to CPS actions and court reviews, with the Supreme Court examining terrorism law precedents.
- Investigation findings between the National Crime Agency and the Crown Prosecution Service are informing prosecution decisions.
- Procedural review of referrals between the Metropolitan Police and the Crown Prosecution Service based on agreed guidelines.
- The Crown Prosecution Service prosecutes activists who targeted an Israeli defense contractor.
- The Metropolitan Police are investigating the death of Andrea Bernard, which began on May 27, 2026, and now involves potential homicide charges handled by the Crown Prosecution Service.
- Sentences for rape convictions are under review following public outcry, prompting a PM referral.