TV cameras have filmed a court sentencing in England for the first time. Cameras will not be allowed to film victims, witnesses and jurors - only the sentencing, the final part of the criminal prosecution process. More here:
A "very damaged man" has been jailed for killing his bedbound grandfather in a knife attack, in the first filmed sentencing in England and Wales.
Judge Sarah Munro QC made legal history as she handed him a life sentence with a minimum of 10 years and eight months.nine years after the move was first promisedThe major change in the law, announced on Wednesday, allows broadcasters to film judges sentencing serious criminals. Broadcasting an entire trial will not be permitted.
The defendant had become "very angry" after learning of allegations against his grandfather of historic sexual abuse of girls, Mr Mably said.the BBC, ITN, Sky and Press Association can ask to film sentencing of a defendant - the very last stage of a criminal prosecution. Cameras will not be allowed to film victims, witnesses and jurors amid concerns that wider televising of trials could damage the quality of evidence or sensationalise cases.Justice Secretary Dominic Raab said: "Opening up the courtroom to cameras to film the sentencing of some of the country's most serious offenders will improve transparency and reinforce confidence in the justice system.
Due to his condition, he "did not think there was an alternative to killing his grandfather", Judge Munro said. Psychologists appointed by the court described Oliver as "a very damaged man who will require psychological work in the longer term", Judge Munro said.Ben Oliver was diagnosed with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and depression
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