Government Announces Pilot Scheme for Community Service “Rapid Response Force”
A new pilot scheme for rapid response community service as part of a new “Community Payback” initiative. However, could it cause more harm?
The Impact of Pre-Sentence Reports On The Final Outcome
What are pre-sentencing reports and what impact can they have on sentencing within a case? Here we explain their importance.
Changes to Driving Offence Sentencing Likely to Lead to 470 More Prison Places
Recent changes to driving offence sentencing guidelines could lead up to 470 additional prison places per year. We look at the revised guidelines.
Trust in Police is “Hanging By a Thread”
Recent reports sugges that trust in our police forces are “hanging by a thread” – we look into where the police go from here.
Is Prison Overcrowding Having an Impact on Sentencing?
The overcrowding in our prisons is resulting in the issuing of more suspended prison sentences in some cases. We look at the impact of the issue.
Police Power & The Common Law
Police Powers for searching and seizing property have certain considerations under common law. We look at the lawfulness of these powers.
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