Criminal Justice Reform

Criminal Justice Reform

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Steve Parker, our CEO, recently attended the HMCTS Public Engagement Group (PEG) Conference in London. This was a chance to hear first-hand from government and sector leaders about the criminal justice reform.   HMCTS Public Engagement Group Conference The Public Engagement Group Conference brings together organisations that work in the Justice System. Primarily, it is…

Media statement: Sentencing Act receives royal assent

Media statement on the Sentencing Act

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The Government’s Sentencing Bill received Royal Assent in January this year. The new Act follows recommendations from an independent review led by David Gauke to create a more effective, less crowded justice system.   Aim to reduce prison overcrowding The prison population has been at an all-time high. This government is clearly determined to do…