Jargon-Buster: Types of prison sentence

Jargon-Buster: Types of prison sentence

What is a ‘determinate sentence’? When are people subject to ‘extended licence periods’? Does ‘life’ ever mean life? See below for a helpful jargon- buster when it comes to prison sentences. In the UK there are three broad categories of prison sentence: ‘Determinate’...
The Prison Rules Have Changed

The Prison Rules Have Changed

A new version of the prison rules came into force earlier this year. The prison rules (formally known as the ‘Prison Discipline Procedures’) govern prisoners’ behaviour in custody. A breach of the rules means that you’re hauled in front of the Prison Governor or,...
‘Up-skirting’ and the law

‘Up-skirting’ and the law

On 11th April this year the Voyeurism (Offences) Act 2019 came into force. This piece of legislation serves to amend the Sexual Offences Act 2003 by inserting new sections criminalising what is commonly known as ‘up- skirting’. You may remember that the issue briefly...
Meet Charlie

Meet Charlie

Meet Charlie! Charlie has spent his days in the office with us since he was three months old, and he’s a very loyal little member of our team. He likes nothing better than greeting clients in reception when he gets the chance! If little Charlie was ever orphaned, our...