Review into Unduly Lenient Sentencing Figures Released
A review into appeals against unduly lenient sentencing figures is pretty revealing about their success rate. We look at the figures.
Confiscation of Proceeds of Crime Reforms Set to Be Announced
Reforms to the confiscation of the proceeds of crime are set to be announced. We take a look at the proposals and implications.
Bribery Fines are an Expensive Business
The scale of Bribery Fines was highlighted recently in the Glencore Energy case. We look at the charges and magnitude of the fines.
Increase in Reported Hate Crimes Prompts Police Response
Arrests for Recorded Hate Crime is on the increase. A combination of better recording methods is a factor – but what actually constitutes a hate crime?
Child Protection and the Youth Justice System
The Youth Justice System and child protection has come under scrutiny recently. We look at the findings and proposals for moving forward.
Disruptive Protests Face Clampdown in New Public Order Bill
A new Public Order Bill is before Parliament aimed at introducing tougher measures on protesters intent on causing disruption and damage.
Changes to Pre-Charge Bail to come into effect soon
Pre-Charge Bail and “Release under investigation” are facing changes coming into effect at the end of this month. We look at the implications…
Electronic Tagging Strategy Comes Under Fire in New Report
Electronic Tagging has come under scrutiny in a recent report – with a high-risk, high-cost strategy slammed. We look at the reasons why…
MPs Unhappy with IPP Sentencing Injustice
Imprisonment for Public Protection (IPP) Sentencing was introduced back in 2003 – but a recent report shows reforms are needed.
Report Questions Lack of Quality in Legal Representation of Youth Cases
A recent report raised concerns over the lack of quality in legal representation in youth cases, but how valid are these concerns?
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