High Court of Justiciary

Trial delays for most serious crimes set to grow

While the overall workload on the court system is falling, the High Court is dealing with a growing number of cases.

The actor is suing the Guardian over claims he was a "serial abuser of women", which he says are false.

Amelia Price is calling for a law change so non-harassment orders are mandatory in certain domestic abuse-related cases.

A 29-year-old man, who took selfies and laughed as firefighters fought a blaze he started, has been jailed for four years for wilful fire-raising.

A rule to do with corroboration has been overturned, which is expected to mean more rape cases go to court.

The Lord Advocate will ask for some alleged victims' statements to be used as evidence in court.

Judge Lord Scott said the victim would be "forever changed" as a result of the attack.

Lorenzo Alonzi’s behaviour amounted to unsatisfactory professional conduct in six of 11 complaints.

A judge said Christopher Wylie's conduct towards the victim was "appalling, sustained and humiliating".

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