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Management of Offenders Bill passes stage 1

Passage unopposed but opposition will press amendments

"Same roof" rule to end for pre-1979 criminal injuries compensation claims

Government backs down in face of Supreme Court appeal

Tougher penalties for animal cruelty proposed

Ministers also seek views on powers for speedier rehoming

Report backs Offender Management Bill, but warns of need for resources

Enforcement measures required along with support for individuals

Supreme Court refuses Home Office appeal over conviction disclosure rulings

Schemes disproportionate in two respects, including young offenders

Judges to be trained ahead of new domestic abuse law

Judicial Institute to deliver package before 1 April start

Large sums unpaid in criminal compensation orders, figures reveal

Freedom of information request finds £837,000 out of £9m still due

Criminal proceedings down 11% in 2017-18, official figures show

Falls in summary cases driving downward trend

Justice Committee calls for "more ambitious" child evidence law

Stage 1 report on bill wants full adoption of "Barnahus" model

"Nazi pug" accused refused leave for Supreme Court appeal

High Court rules no power to take appeal in this case

Compensation process adds to criminal victims' trauma, review finds

Commissioner calls for overhaul of CICA procedures

Consultant named to lead mental health review for young people in custody

Psychiatrist Dr Helen Smith chosen by Justice Secretary