New Bill To Ban Marriage / Civil Partnerships for Certain Prisoners
The Government are looking to ban marriage/civil partnerships in prison for certain prisoners. We look at why they are taking these steps.
Update – The Use of X-Ray Body Scanners (XRBS) on Prisoners
Since the use of X-Ray Body Scanning on prisoners was implemented last year – the first results have been published. Are they effective?
Sexual Offences – Can Government Afford It’s Toughened Stance?
What are the boundaries of freedom of speech. A recent case involving a protester shouting “Tory Scum!” at Iain Duncan Smith brought it into focus.
Freedom of Speech – “Tory Scum!”
What are the boundaries of freedom of speech. A recent case involving a protester shouting “Tory Scum!” at Iain Duncan Smith brought it into focus.
Government to Force Defendants to Attend Sentencing Hearings
The Government have announced they are to force defendants to attend sentencing hearings from 2024. We look at why this is being brought about.
Imprisonment for Public Protection Prisoners Offered a Glimmer of Hope
This week, the government tabled amendments to the Victims and Prisoners Bill, which is currently before parliament, in order to make amendments to the current IPP regime. If enacted, changes will be made to The Crime (Sentences) Act 1997.The changes will mean that people will be referred for review three years after their first release.
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