Police & Prisons

Articles

10 Apr 2017

Campaigners defeat government over legal aid cuts for prisoners

Removal of funding in three out of five categories declared unlawful

6 Apr 2017

Pressure grows on 'blunder-prone' Truss and Ministry of Justice

Cabinet members argue for hiving off Lord Chancellor and justice secretary roles, says report

22 Mar 2017

'Black cab rapist' appeal: What are the police's chances of success?

Richard Clayton QC considers the prospects of the police's argument that it should not be sued under the Human Rights Act in light of past case law

23 Feb 2017

Prisons and Courts Bill allows judges to 'focus on cases that matter'

Victims and the vulnerable at centre of court changes with justice secretary accountable for reforming offenders

13 Feb 2017

New bail arrangements under the Policing and Crime Act 2017

The Act should improve decision making and reduce distress and injustice for individuals placed on bail, but further guidance will be needed first, writes Alec Samuels

29 Nov 2016

UK's 'world-leading' spy powers 'a beacon for despots'

Liberty hints opposition to 'Snoopers' Charter' will go to the courts as Bar chair claims the Act falls short on protecting legal privilege

8 Nov 2016

Gradual PACE of change

Claire Hegarty and Irene McMillan consider developments in case law and legislation relating to police powers, including the contentious question of the use of pre-charge bail

2 Nov 2016

Sir Henry Brooke: Death penalty not up for debate

'There will always be people who will want an eye for an eye, but I hope it won't come back'