Murderers who kill their partner or ex at home could face extra decade in prison

The move comes after a years-long campaign from mothers of murdered women (Picture: Getty Images)

A legal loophole that has meant murderers who kill their partner or ex at home face less time in prison is to be closed in a ‘long overdue’ move.

Currently, sentencing guidelines for murders depend on whether a weapon has been brought to the scene – which demonstrates the crime was committed with intent.

But in most cases of domestic murder, the weapon is most likely already at the scene, such as a knife taken from the kitchen.

As a result, the typical sentencing starting point for domestic killers is 15 years compared to 25 years in other circumstances.

Campaigners Julie Devey, Carole Gould and Elaine Newborough have spent years calling for the change through Killed ...