Grandchildren of Ruth Ellis, last woman to be hanged in UK, ask for pardon

21 octobre 2025 | Rachel Hall
David Lammy urged to consider 1955 case in light of evidence Ellis was abused by partner before she killed him The grandchildren of the last woman to be hanged in the UK are asking ministers to posthumously pardon her in light of evidence that she was emotionally and physically abused by her (…)
 Site référencé:  The Guardian (Middle East)

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