Justice.gov.uk news features
A new agreement seeing a greater number of Albanian prisoners transferred from the UK to complete their sentences in Albania has been signed. Tuesday, 31 July 2012
People will be able to use a simpler and quicker system to apply for their loved ones to legally manage their affairs under Government plans put out for consultation today. Friday, 27 July 2012
The Honourable Mr Justice (David) Calvert-Smith has been appointed as the new Chair of the Parole Board today. Wednesday, 25 July 2012
The Government has appointed David Norgrove as the chair of the new Family Justice Board. Mr Norgrove will oversee the board which is a key part of the reforms announced in the family justice review. Monday, 23 July 2012
The Government has today published its fourth Statement of New Regulation (SNR4). Tuesday, 17 July 2012
A new approach to Community Payback that aims to reform the sentence radically was announced today as SERCO, working in partnership with London Probation Trust, will deliver Community Payback in London. Friday, 13 July 2012
The Government’s White Paper on criminal justice reform, Swift and Sure Justice: the Government’s Plans for Reform of Criminal Justice has been published today. Friday, 13 July 2012
The Commission on a Bill of Rights has issued a second consultation paper, after the discussion paper published last year. This second consultation runs from 11 July – 30 September. Wednesday, 11 July 2012
Victims of crime should not be made to feel like accessories to the criminal justice system, said Justice Minister Crispin Blunt. Tuesday, 10 July 2012
Following a recent visit to the Bailiwick of Guernsey, Lord McNally today called for all parties interested in the future of Sark to work together to safeguard the future of its unique community. Thursday, 5 July 2012