JUSTICE has briefed the Scottish Parliament relating to Schedule 4 of the Bill on justice matters, ahead of Stage 1, and all stages, due to take place on 1st April 2020. We fully appreciate the pressure Scottish Government is under in responding to the outbreak of the coronavirus and understand that the measures proposed in […]
JUSTICE welcomes Supreme Court judgment on government failure to seek death penalty assurances
March 27, 2020
On 25 March 2020, the UK Supreme Court handed down judgment in Elgizouli v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2020] UKSC 10. The case concerned El Shafee ElSheikh and Alexanda Kotey: two former UK nationals alleged to have been part of an ISIS cell in Syria responsible for the murder of several British […]
A message from JUSTICE
March 23, 2020
As you know, we are all facing uniquely challenging times with the increasing spread of COVID-19. The health and safety of our staff, stakeholders, members and supporters is our primary concern. The team at JUSTICE hope you and your loved ones keep safe and well. We are doing our part to stop the spread of […]
Emergency Coronavirus Bill
March 20, 2020
20 March 2020 This briefing addresses the emergency Coronavirus Bill, ahead of Second Reading in the House of Commons on the 23rd March 2020. We fully appreciate the pressure Government is under in responding to the outbreak of the coronavirus and understand that the measures proposed in this Bill are for the carefully considered extension […]
Another successful JUSTICE Student Conference
March 19, 2020
On Saturday 7 March, our annual JUSTICE Student Conference took place at the International Dispute Resolution Centre in London. After a fascinating keynote speech, we held break-out sessions looking at the benefits system, the family justice system, and the Magistrates’ Courts. The conference opened with a keynote address delivered by Tessa Khan, an international human […]
Terrorist Offenders (Restriction of Early Release) Bill
March 11, 2020
11 March 2020 JUSTICE submitted a briefing to the Lords on the Terrorist Offenders (Restriction of Early Release) Bill ahead of the second reading of the Bill in the House of Lords on 24 February 2020. Our briefing raises three principle areas of concern in relation to the clauses of the Bill: we believe that […]
JUSTICE launches “Solving Housing Disputes” report
March 5, 2020
On 5th March 2020, JUSTICE launches its latest working party report, Solving Housing Disputes, chaired by Andrew Arden QC. Too many people in England and Wales find it difficult to enforce access to housing or other housing rights. Over the past decade, homelessness has more than doubled and early legal advice and intervention to address […]
Extradition (Provisional Arrest) Bill 2019-20
February 7, 2020
7 February 2020 JUSTICE submitted a briefing on the Extradition (Provisional Arrest) Bill 2019-20 ahead of Second Reading in the House of Lords on 4 February 2020. The Bill amends Part 2 of the Extradition Act 2003, which deals with extradition to non-EU territories with which the UK has formal extradition arrangements. Its provisions create a new […]
JUSTICE launches report “Increasing Judicial Diversity: An Update”
January 29, 2020
On 29 January 2020, JUSTICE launches its latest working party report, Increasing Judicial Diversity: An Update. This Update builds on JUSTICE’s 2017 Increasing Judicial Diversity report, which explored the structural barriers faced by women, BAME communities, solicitors and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds in reaching the bench. It assesses the progress that has been made […]
Fundraising Matching Campaign for JUSTICE
December 3, 2019
Will you make a gift to JUSTICE and help us achieve our vision for a fair, accessible and efficient legal process, in which people’s rights are protected? We are now running a fundraising campaign where all gifts will be matched by generous supporters of JUSTICE. This makes your donation incredibly powerful and will go twice […]