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Germany Passes Controversial Military Service Law

Germany's parliament has approved a new law reintroducing voluntary military service, with powers for needs-based conscription. The move aims to expand the Bundeswehr to 260,000 soldiers by 2035.

Prison population forecast revised to 2030

The prison population in England and Wales is now projected to reach 100,000 by March 2030, a year later than expected. New MoJ data cites policy changes and early releases easing the immediate crisis.

DC Star Schoenaerts Gets 6-Month Prison Sentence

Belgian actor Matthias Schoenaerts, set to star in DC's 'Supergirl', has been sentenced to six months in prison for driving without a licence. Read the full details of his legal troubles.

Two mistakenly freed prisoners remain at large

Justice Secretary David Lammy reveals 12 more prisoners were mistakenly released in a month, with two still at large. Get the latest on this ongoing prison system failure.

Prison officer admits affair with inmate and smuggling

A 19-year-old prison officer has pleaded guilty to misconduct after having a sexual relationship with an inmate and smuggling cannabis and phones into HMP Five Wells. Both are due for sentencing in January.

Prison officer plays FIFA with inmate in cell

A prison officer was filmed playing a FIFA-style game with an inmate. The viral TikTok clip, shot on a contraband phone, prompted a Ministry of Justice investigation. Read the full story.

Bolsonaro Begins 27-Year Prison Sentence for Coup

Brazil's ex-president Jair Bolsonaro starts a 27-year prison term for leading a failed coup attempt after losing the 2022 election. Read the full story for details on his conviction and incarceration.

France Revives National Service: UK Follow?

As France announces a new voluntary military service, Sky News Daily explores if the UK should reintroduce national service amid rising European security threats.

Maxwell's Club Fed Privileges Reveal Unequal Justice

Ghislaine Maxwell receives unprecedented privileges in US prison system while ordinary inmates suffer. Investigation reveals special treatment including unlimited toilet paper and puppy playtime.

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