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Clampdown on Unlawful Subletting
With AirBnB listings soaring since 2015 by 400% – an investigation is underway into a clampdown on unlawful subletting of social housing. This article looks at what the offence is and what the implications are.
What Is The Law On Using A Mobile Phone & Driving
Article looking at the implications and rules of the law of using a mobile phone whilst driving. Everyone assumes you just can’t use a mobile whilst driving – no matter what – but is this really the case? A recent case suggests not…
Is It Possible To Know Your Sentence Before You Plead?
Article looking if it is possible to know a sentence before a plea is made. Knowing what your sentence will be can influence your defence approach. Here we look at whether it is possible and the circumstances where this may be the case.
Government Introduce New Laws To Make Roads Safer
Article looking at the new laws the Government have released, aimed at making the roads safer in the UK. We look at who they affect and what the likely implications are for motorists, passengers and other road-users.
Government Publish Details of New Economic Crime Plan
Article looking at the new Economic Crime Plan released by the Government to help tackle and prevent economic crime. Here we look at what crime is targeted and what the implications will be.
Prisoner Rehabilitation and Employment
Article looking at changes to prisoner rehabilitation and employment after prison. The Government are focusing on reducing the reoffending figures.
Changes to Prisoner Benefits and Incentives
Article looking at changes to prisoner benefits and incentives – with more focus on good behaviour. Is this part of a “snowflake” generation or could it – as studies suggest – help reduce re-offending?
Data Protection And The Rise of Regulatory Specialists
Over the last few years, we have seen many matters that would previously have been prosecuted before the criminal courts, move into the jurisdiction of other bodies.
As a result, the number of Regulatory Specialists is increasing – here’s why…
Denial of Parole – What Are The Options
You have been convicted of a crime you didn’t commit so you never admit your guilt. You are then up for Parole. The parole board give you their decision, but parole is refused, seemingly because you refuse to accept your guilt. What can you do?
Changes to Sentencing of Arson and Criminal Damages Offences
This week, the Sentencing Council published new guidelines covering arson and criminal damage of all kinds, as well as threats to destroy property. Here we look at what the changes mean.
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