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Independent Review of Criminal Legal Aid
16 December 2021
The Independent Review of Criminal Legal Aid has looked at ensuring the long-term sustainability of the criminal legal aid system. The review is chaired by Sir Christopher Bellamy QC, who has put forward his conclusions and proposals to the Lord Chancellor in 2021.
Vulnerability-related risks
18 November 2021
A College of Policing publication provides a framework to ensure vulnerable people receive appropriate help during interactions with the police.
User guide to: Individuals referred to and supported through the Prevent Programme, England and Wales
18 November 2021
A Home Office publication provides explanatory notes on the data issues and classifications that are key to the production and presentation of the Home Office's annual statistical releases, "Individuals referred to and supported through the Prevent Programme".
Transparency in the Family Justice System
8 November 2021
Community Care reports that the Courts and Tribunals Judiciary of England and Wales has proposed a number of changes to the family justice system to improve transparency and enhance public confidence whilst maintaining the privacy of those involved in cases.
Gloucestershire Constabulary to recruit hundreds of officers and staff
8 November 2021
A police force is to recruit hundreds of officers and staff to help address the issues which led to it being criticised in an inspection.Oakhill Secure Training Centre Monitoring Report Released
11 October 2021
Judicial Review Reform Proposals
22 July 2021
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