Teenage rapists’ sentences to be reviewed by Court of Appeal after backlash, Starmer says

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Coverage diverges primarily in the framing of the event and the emphasis placed on different aspects. The Independent and The Guardian focus on the political response, highlighting Sir Keir Starmer's involvement and the outrage surrounding…

May 26, 2026 · 11:17 AM UTC ·5 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 43 views

Teenage rapists’ sentences to be reviewed by Court of Appeal after backlash, Starmer says

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The Court of Appeal will review the sentences of two teenage boys who were spared jail for raping two girls, following public outcry. The attorney general deemed the original sentences too lenient, prompting the review. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak expressed his distress over the case, emphasizing the need for justice for the victims.

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▪Two teenage boys were convicted of raping two girls but received non-custodial sentences.
▪The attorney general has referred the case to the Court of Appeal for review.
▪Prime Minister Rishi Sunak found the case distressing and supported the review.

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5 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 1 hour. Coverage spans 3 points on the political spectrum — 1 lean left, 2 centre, 1 right.

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▪ Sentences of boys spared custody over Hampshire rape referred to Court of Appeal, PM says — BBC News — UK
▪ Starmer: Court of Appeal to Review Rape Sentences of Two Teen Boys — Guido Fawkes
▪ Court of appeal to review rape sentences of teenage boys — The Guardian — UK
▪ Sentences of teenage rapists who avoided jail referred to Court of Appeal — Sky News — Top

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Publication time	Tue, 26 May 2026 11:17:49 GMT
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