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“He is awful, underhanded and should not be practising law!”
“She is a one-woman legal A Team”
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CPS Drug Offences Legal Guidance the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 and a Drug Dealer
- by Dom WattsThe Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) undertake regular surveys to assess the public’s perceptions of the police, as well as their confidence in the police complaints system and the IOPC. The IOPC also seek regular feedback from their stakeholders […]
- by Dom WattsThe Knowledge Hub is a specialised digital platform designed to foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and innovation within UK policing and its select public and private sector partners. Managed by the Police Digital Service (PDS), this secure, UK-hosted platform serves as […]
- by Dom WattsThe Open Justice Licence, as outlined on the UK National Archives website, represents a significant step in making UK court judgments more accessible to the public, researchers, and legal professionals. This initiative managed by The National Archives, who are the […]
- by Dom WattsThe Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) stands as a critical pillar of accountability within the United Kingdom’s policing system. Our vision is that everyone is able to have trust and confidence in the police. IOPC Vision Tasked with investigating […]
- by Dom WattsFoul and abusive language, along with threatening behaviour, can have significant legal consequences under the Public Order Act 1986 and other legislation. These laws aim to maintain public safety, prevent disorder, and protect individuals from harassment or distress. The Public […]
- by Dom WattsPolice Community Support Officers (PCSOs) have become a part of modern policing, supposedly serving as the eyes, ears, and heart of law enforcement in communities across the United Kingdom. Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs), also known as Plastic Police, are […]
- by Dom WattsThe Office for Communications Data Authorisations (OCDA) is a critical institution in the United Kingdom, established to oversee the lawful acquisition of communications data by public authorities. Operating under the framework of the Investigatory Powers Act 2016 (IPA), the OCDA […]
- by Dom WattsA Police Professional Standards Department (PSD) operates under a framework of legislation and guidance to ensure police officers and staff uphold high standards of conduct, integrity, and professionalism. Professional Standards Departments are responsible for: The College of Policing publish Guidance […]
- by Dom WattsThe Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) plays a crucial role in the criminal justice system of the United Kingdom and was established in 1986. The CPS is responsible for prosecuting criminal cases that have been investigated by the police and other […]
- by Dom WattsThe Victims’ Right to Review (VRR) Scheme, established by the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) in England and Wales, is a pivotal mechanism designed to ensure transparency and accountability in the criminal justice system. Launched in June 2013 it gives effect […]
- by Dom WattsBail is a fundamental aspect of the criminal justice system in England and Wales, allowing individuals accused of a crime to remain out of custody while awaiting trial or further legal proceedings. This article explains what bail is, how it […]
- by Dom WattsA High Sheriff is the King’s representative for law and order and the administration of justice in a county. Philippa Mary Gogarty of Bosham was the High Sheriff for West Sussex 2024–2025. I have been disappointed in the response of […]
- by Dom WattsThis week (April 25-29) is National Stalking Awareness Week – an annual campaign developed by the Suzy Lamplugh Trust to raise awareness about the severity of stalking and focus on different issues related to the crime. Stalking and harassment is when someone repeatedly behaves in […]
- by Dom WattsThe UK Home Office has released an updated version of the Crime Recording Rules for Frontline Officers and Staff, effective April 26th 2025. This 47-page document outlines the standardised procedures for recording crimes, ensuring consistency and accuracy across police forces […]
- by Dom WattsImmigration and Asylum Judge Sarah Pinder has come under scrutiny for her contributions to Free Movement, a website widely regarded as advocating for open borders, and her history of controversial rulings in immigration cases. The Daily Mail published an article […]
- by Dom WattsIn a move that has sparked alarm among civil liberties advocates, the Labour government in the United Kingdom is reportedly advancing plans to deploy artificial intelligence (AI) to monitor social media for what it deems “concerning” content. According to a […]
- by Dom WattsIn George Orwell’s seminal novel 1984, the Thought Police represent the ultimate tool of oppression, monitoring and punishing individuals not just for their actions but for their very thoughts. Orwell’s dystopian vision was a warning, a fictional exaggeration meant to […]
- by Dom WattsHis Honour Judge Andrew Gwyn Menary is a Circuit Judge and the Recorder of Liverpool. He is the most senior judge at Liverpool Crown Court. HHJ Menary was a judge involved in the trial and sentencing of the Southport rioters. […]
- by Dom WattsIn an unprecedented move to tackle the rising threat of converted firearms within the UK, a national amnesty has been initiated for specific types of blank-firing guns, commonly known as top-venting blank firers (TVBFs). The amnesty which started on the […]
- by Dom WattsMr Justice Goose is a British High Court judge in the King’s Bench Division. Sir Julian Nicholas Goose is known as The Honourable Mr Justice Goose and should be addressed in court as “My Lord”. Mr Justice Julian Nicholas Goose, a respected figure […]