Fraud Related Articles
The Offence of Virginity Testing in England & Wales
“Virginity Testing” and hymenoplasty are against the law. We take a look at these offences and what the implications are.
Mercy Killings and the Law
A recent high-profile “mercy killing” case highlighted the complex and sensitive nature of these types of cases within UK law.
Creating an Offence of Public Sexual Harassment
A new specific offence of sexual harassment in public places has been put forward by Government. Here we look at what it means and what the implications are…
Calls for Greater Diversity in Juries
Greater diversity in juries has been called for following the verdict of a jury in the case of a racially-motivated murder in Birmingham…
CPS Launches Defendants Strategy
The Defendants Strategy has been launched by the CPS in a bid to make sure that there is fairness for all parties to crime. Read more…
New Sexual Offences of “Deepfaking” and “Downblousing” Introduced
The offences of “Deepfaking” and “Downblousing” have been added to the list of offences regarding indecent images as the law tightens up.
12 New & Revised Sentencing Guidelines Published Relating to Motoring Offences
12 new & revised sentencing guidelines have been published in relation to serious motoring offences. We take a look at their impact.
Parole Hearings To Be Heard In Public For The First Time
Parole Hearings can be heard in public for the first time following a law change. Here we look at why this is and what the implications are…
Self-Driving Vehicles & The Highway Code
With Self-driving Vehicles set to become more commonplace, The Highway Code has been amended to accommodate their technology. We look at the updates…
Barristers Strike Action
Proposed Barristers’ strike action has been in the news this week. Why are Barristers going on strike and what are they hoping to achieve?











