Family of Ruth Ellis, the last woman executed in UK, wins posthumous pardon

The family of Ruth Ellis, the last woman executed in the UK, has been granted a posthumous pardon, a decision that reflects the evolving attitudes towards capital punishment. Ellis was hanged in 1955 for the murder of her lover, a crime that sparked significant public debate and ultimately contributed to the abolition of the death penalty in the UK. This pardon serves as a recognition of the changing moral landscape and a step towards closing a painful chapter in British legal history. It highlights the importance of second-guessing historical justice decisions in light of modern values.