Listen: Inside Justice CEO on LBC
(Posted on 14/05/25)
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In this powerful interview with LBC, our CEO reflects on the quashing of Peter Sullivan’s conviction after an unimaginable 38 years — the longest-known miscarriage of justice in UK history.
Sarah has a personal connection to the case, having grown up close to where the crime took place. That experience shaped her lifelong commitment to uncovering the truth — first as a journalist, then as an academic specialising in ethics, and now through her work at Inside Justice.
Crucially, Peter’s conviction was overturned thanks to forensic evidence being retained — a rare occurrence in older cases. Advancements in DNA technology enabled experts to show that the evidence did not match Peter Sullivan.
In the interview, we also highlight:
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The growing number of applications we receive — now over 1,000 a year — from prisoners maintaining their innocence
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The vital work of our volunteer experts, including forensic scientists and legal professionals, who reinvestigate complex cases pro bono
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The urgent need for systemic change to preserve evidence, prevent injustice, and ensure victims’ families are not left without answers
As our CEO reminds listeners:
“Miscarriages of justice don’t just harm the person wrongly convicted — they also deny truth and closure to the families of victims.”
We hold Diane Sindall’s family in our thoughts and continue our fight for justice on all fronts.
Listen to the full clip below and learn more about how you can support our work via our website.
