Brian Buckle, who spent over five years in prison for a crime he did not commit, has had his compensation claim rejected by the Ministry of Justice for a second time. Despite a retrial that cleared him of charges, officials stated that his case did not meet the criteria for compensation under current laws, which have changed since 2014.
Buckle's situation highlights ongoing issues within the UK's miscarriage of justice compensation framework. The Law Commission is reviewing the system, with findings expected in 2026, raising questions about potential reforms that could affect cases like Buckle's and others wrongfully convicted.