Time to go
An overview of early prisoner release schemes in England and Wales, the strain on overcrowded prisons, and the growing number of mistaken releases, including the extraordinary case of a fraud prisoner freed and returning days later.
When the Cause Isn’t Clear: Understanding Defences in Dangerous Driving Cases
When phone use, alcohol and drugs are ruled out, what turns competent driving into “dangerous” driving? This article explores human factors, perception limits, unforeseen hazards and expert evidence – and why early specialist defence can be decisive in serious driving cases.
Barton – res gestae gone rogue?
The High Court’s judgment in DPP v Barton [2024] clarifies the prosecution’s discretion to rely on res gestae evidence in domestic abuse cases, even when the complainant does not testify, highlighting the balance between fairness and effective prosecution.
Should unproven allegations ever be admissible in Pre-Sentence Reports?
This article examines whether unproven allegations should be admissible in Pre-Sentence Reports (PSRs), exploring the legal boundaries under section 308 of the Sentencing Act 2020, relevant case law, and the role of Defence counsel and the Probation Service in assessing dangerousness.
Elon Musk’s Protest Comments: Where Does Free Speech End and the Law Begin?
Elon Musk’s fiery remarks at the “Unite the Kingdom” rally in London have reignited debate about the boundaries of free speech. While critics slammed his warning that “violence is coming,” UK law protects even alarming political speech unless it actively incites violence or hatred. Musk’s words may be provocative, but they stop short of crossing the legal line — a sharp contrast to cases where ordinary citizens have faced prosecution for less.
Cansford Labs – Live Q+A panel
You are invited to join Cansford Labs for a live Q&A in September with their Head of Lab Operations James Nutt and Deputy Lab Manager Abbi Holloway. This is your opportunity to ask them any questions about the science of sample testing and detection windows.
Motoring Offences and Special Reasons – Seeing the Bigger Picture
Motoring offences don’t always warrant standard penalties. Leah Hester of LMP Legal explores how “special reasons” arguments can protect drivers from disqualification, using real case examples to show how legal knowledge and preparation can influence outcomes in high-stakes situations.
Sexual Assault Survivors Gain A New Right to Review Pilot
Molly Frost from Oakwood Solicitors explores the new CPS Victim’s Right to Review (VRR) pilot, giving rape and sexual assault victims the right to a second case review before dismissal.
Sentencing Careless Driving: The Latest Guidelines
In this article by Leah Hester of LMP Legal, she explores the Sentencing Council’s new guidelines for careless driving, highlighting key legal changes, increased penalties, and what they mean for individual drivers and commercial fleet operators alike.
Timing is everything: windows of detection in hair testing – Free Webinar
Join Cansford Labs on the 16th July to explore how drug detection works in hair testing.
Government Commits to Decriminalising Rough Sleeping after 200 Years
The Government will repeal the Vagrancy Act 1824 by Spring 2026, ending the criminalisation of rough sleeping. Manjinder Kaur Atwal and her team at Duncan Lewis Solicitors examine the implications of this reform and how they can support those at risk of homelessness.
Does the Hague Convention Adequately Protect Children in Cases of Abuse?
The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is designed to prevent parental abduction by swiftly returning children to their habitual residence. But does it always serve the child’s best interests? Chartered Legal Executive Rebecca De Stefano examines growing concerns that the Convention, particularly Article 13(b), may fall short in protecting children from domestic abuse, coercive control, and other complex risks.
Vulnerable Girls No Longer to be Placed in Young Offender Institutions
Following a review by Suzanne Hancock of vulnerable young girls in YOIs, Lily Grimshaw of Duncan Lewis comments upon the recent decision made by the MoJ that vulnerable girls will no longer be placed in YOIs.
5 ways to avoid a hair test: and why they won’t work
Think you can cheat a hair drug test? From wigs to detox shampoos, Alex Ryder of Cansford Labs explore five common methods people try—and why they’re bound to fail. Discover how expert labs stay one step ahead to ensure accurate, tamper-proof results.
‘Martyn’s Law’ Given Royal Assent
Chronicle Law’s Nicole Keeling reports: Martyn’s Law now in force, setting new UK standards for venue security and public safety preparedness
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