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Inside Justice Statement on the Resignation of CCRC Chair Helen Pitcher
(Posted on 15/01/25)Inside Justice is deeply concerned by the events surrounding the resignation of Helen Pitcher as Chair of the Criminal Cases Review Commission (CCRC). While we do not wish to engage in personal commentary, we cannot ignore the significant impact that the CCRC’s failings have had on individuals like Andy Malkinson, who was unjustly incarcerated for 17 years. Mr. Malkinson’s case is a stark reminder of the importance of robust and diligent... Read more...
Our tribute to Paddy Hill
(Posted on 07/01/25)It is with deep sadness that we at Inside Justice acknowledge the passing of Paddy Hill, a tireless advocate for justice and a champion for those wrongfully convicted. Paddy's story is one of immense resilience, having been wrongfully convicted of the Birmingham pub bombing in 1975, a crime he did not commit. He spent 17 years in prison before his conviction was overturned, but his journey did not end there.Following his release, Paddy devoted his... Read more...
Give the Gift of Hope and Justice This Christmas
(Posted on 27/11/24)Your Donation Can Make a Difference for Both the Wrongfully Convicted and Victims of CrimeThis Christmas, Inside Justice is calling on you to make a meaningful gift — one that impacts both the prisoner who has been wrongfully convicted and the victim who is still fighting for justice.Thanks to the support of our incredible trustee, Tom Conti, the celebrated star of film, stage and screen, we are launching a special holiday appeal to raise... Read more...
Sir Terry Waite pays tribute to Inside Justice expert and campaigner
(Posted on 14/11/24)The human rights activist and former hostage Sir Terry Waite paid tribute to Inside Justice Advisory panel member His Honour John Samuels KC at the launch of his newly published memoir. ‘Mentor and Monitor – A Role for the Judge’ (Whitefox Publishing) describes not only his remarkable, impactful career but his abiding vision for the role of the judge in actively supporting and rehabilitating prisoners. What is the role of the judge... Read more...
The plight of children of women prisoners
(Posted on 12/11/24)We’re touched by the story of Kerry Wright who told BBC Woman’s Hour listeners about the impact on her as a child having both parents in prison. England and Wales have one of the highest rates of female incarceration in western Europe – and it’s rising. Many of these women are single parents. And in 95% of cases where mothers are imprisoned, children have to leave their family home. Such separation and upheaval causes lasting impacts... Read more...
Celebrating National Trustee Week: Spotlight on Dr. Ann Priston OBE
(Posted on 08/11/24)At Inside Justice, we are proud to celebrate National Trustee Week by highlighting the invaluable contributions of Dr. Ann Priston OBE, our Deputy Chair of Trustees and a dedicated member of our Advisory Panel. With a remarkable career in biochemistry and forensic science, Dr. Priston has significantly advanced the field and inspired many through her work. After earning her joint honours degree in Biochemistry and Physiology and a doctorate in... Read more...
