More than 1,400 people have appeared in court in connection with the riots that spread across England’s towns and cities two weeks ago, new figures show. The latest data from the Ministry of Justice show that, of these, 157 have been convicted, 327 bailed and almost 800 remanded in custody. This rate of 62% being held in custody compares with the usual rate of 10% of those appearing before a magistrate. During the riots,…
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