Tag: Criminal Justice Reform
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Singapore Expands Training for Inmates: On-Campus Courses at Educational Institutes for Halfway House Residents
New Pathways for Inmates in Singapore: On-Campus Training Begins Singapore is launching a progressive program to broaden educational opportunities for inmates residing in halfway houses or under community supervision. Beginning soon, these individuals will be able to enrol in courses offered by educational institutes, with on-campus training arranged to support their reintegration into society. The…
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Epstein Survivors Condemn DOJ for Partial Release of Investigative Files
Survivors React to the DOJ’s Partial Release Friends, families, and advocates representing survivors of Jeffrey Epstein have publicly criticized the U.S. Department of Justice for releasing only a portion of investigative documents related to the high-profile case. The move has sparked renewed debate about transparency, accountability, and the lasting impact on victims who have waited…
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Labour MPs warn Starmer over jury trial limits not a silver bullet
The warning from Labour MPs In a show of unified but critical pressure, nearly 40 Labour MPs have written to party leader Sir Keir Starmer to express strong misgivings about proposals to limit jury trials. The letter, circulating among MPs largely from the party’s left flank, contends that the plans will not solve the broader…
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Labour MPs Push Back on Starmer’s Jury Trial Limits Plan
Rising tensions within Labour over criminal justice reform Nearly 40 Labour MPs have signaled to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer that they are not prepared to back his party’s proposed limits on jury trials. In a move that highlights tensions within Labour’s ranks on how to tackle case backlogs and efficiency in the courts, the…
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Labour MPs push back on Starmer’s jury trial limits proposals
Labour MPs push back on jury trial limits In a sign of mounting unease within the Labour Party, nearly 40 Labour MPs have warned Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer that they are not prepared to back proposals to limit jury trials. The letter, written largely from the party’s left flank, argues that the suggested reforms…
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Labour MPs press Starmer on jury trial limits amid reform worries
Labour MPs push back on jury trial limits Nearly 40 Labour MPs have written to party leader Sir Keir Starmer to express serious concerns about proposed limits on jury trials. The letter, signed by MPs largely aligned with the party’s left flank, argues that restricting jury service is not a “silver bullet” for the criminal…
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Ontario jail health crisis: a woman’s miscarriage exposes systemic neglect
Overview: A troubling glimpse into jail healthcare In Ontario’s correctional system, health care is meant to be a basic right, not a privilege doled out only when time and attention permit. Yet, reports of delayed treatment and inadequate care in jails have repeatedly surfaced, and the case of a woman who suffered a miscarriage followed…
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Victoria to Crack Down on Violence Against Retail Workers: Up to Five-Year Jail Terms Proposed
Policy aims: stronger protections for frontline workers Victoria is moving to strengthen the legal framework protecting frontline staff in retail and hospitality. The government’s proposed reforms would introduce jail terms of up to five years for individuals who assault or threaten workers in these sectors. The move reflects ongoing concerns about violence in stores, cafes,…
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The One Word That Shifted Labor’s Stance on Juvenile Justice in Victoria
What happened in Melbourne’s political briefing room In a pivotal move, Victorian Labor signaled a shift in its approach to youth crime after a concise, provocative piece of feedback from the electorate. Minutes before a cabinet meeting, Attorney-General Sonya Kilkenny presented a new framework for handling children who commit serious offences. The submission argued for…
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Urgent Parliament Debate After Damning Police Handling Report on McSkimming Saga
Overview of the Urgent Debate The parliament is preparing for an urgent debate following the release of a damning report into how police handled complaints against former senior officer Jevon McSkimming. The Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA) concluded that serious misconduct occurred at high levels, prompting political urgency and public scrutiny. Lawmakers are expected to…