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  • Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC)
    by Dom Watts
    The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) stands as a critical pillar of accountability within the United Kingdom’s policing system. Our vision is that everyone is able to have trust and confidence in the police. IOPC Vision Tasked with investigating complaints and serious incidents involving police officers and certain other […]
  • Foul and Abusive Language
    by Dom Watts
    Foul and abusive language, along with threatening behaviour, can have significant legal consequences under the Public Order Act 1986 and other legislation. These laws aim to maintain public safety, prevent disorder, and protect individuals from harassment or distress. The Public Order Act 1986 The Public Order Act 1986 is the […]
  • Police Community Support Officers (PCSO)
    by Dom Watts
    Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) have become a part of modern policing, supposedly serving as the eyes, ears, and heart of law enforcement in communities across the United Kingdom. Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs), also known as Plastic Police, are considered a “watered-down” version of police officers, introduced as a […]
  • Office for Communications Data Authorisations
    by Dom Watts
    The Office for Communications Data Authorisations (OCDA) is a critical institution in the United Kingdom, established to oversee the lawful acquisition of communications data by public authorities. Operating under the framework of the Investigatory Powers Act 2016 (IPA), the OCDA plays a pivotal role in balancing national security, law enforcement, […]
  • Police Professional Standards Department (PSD)
    by Dom Watts
    A Police Professional Standards Department (PSD) operates under a framework of legislation and guidance to ensure police officers and staff uphold high standards of conduct, integrity, and professionalism. Professional Standards Departments are responsible for: The College of Policing publish Guidance for ethical and professional behaviour in policing. The Home Office […]
  • Crown Prosecution Service
    by Dom Watts
    The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) plays a crucial role in the criminal justice system of the United Kingdom and was established in 1986. The CPS is responsible for prosecuting criminal cases that have been investigated by the police and other investigative organisations in England and Wales. The CPS is independent […]
  • Victims’ Right to Review – Crown Prosecution Service (CPS)
    by Dom Watts
    The Victims’ Right to Review (VRR) Scheme, established by the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) in England and Wales, is a pivotal mechanism designed to ensure transparency and accountability in the criminal justice system. Launched in June 2013 it gives effect to the principles set out in the case of Killick […]
  • What is Bail ?
    by Dom Watts
    Bail is a fundamental aspect of the criminal justice system in England and Wales, allowing individuals accused of a crime to remain out of custody while awaiting trial or further legal proceedings. This article explains what bail is, how it works, the types of bail, and the conditions that may […]
  • Sussex Police, the King and High Sheriff
    by Dom Watts
    A High Sheriff is the King’s representative for law and order and the administration of justice in a county. Philippa Mary Gogarty of Bosham was the High Sheriff for West Sussex 2024–2025. I have been disappointed in the response of the police to a number of community meetings I have […]
  • National Stalking Awareness Week – Sussex Police
    by Dom Watts
    This week (April 25-29) is National Stalking Awareness Week – an annual campaign developed by the Suzy Lamplugh Trust to raise awareness about the severity of stalking and focus on different issues related to the crime. Stalking and harassment is when someone repeatedly behaves in a way that makes you feel scared, distressed or threatened. […]
  • New Crime Recording Rules for UK Frontline Police Officers and Staff
    by Dom Watts
    The UK Home Office has released an updated version of the Crime Recording Rules for Frontline Officers and Staff, effective April 26th 2025. This 47-page document outlines the standardised procedures for recording crimes, ensuring consistency and accuracy across police forces in England and Wales. The guidelines aim to improve data […]
  • Upper Tribunal Judge Sarah Pinder
    by Dom Watts
    Immigration and Asylum Judge Sarah Pinder has come under scrutiny for her contributions to Free Movement, a website widely regarded as advocating for open borders, and her history of controversial rulings in immigration cases. The Daily Mail published an article Immigration judge behind series of controversial rulings contributed dozens of […]
  • Counter Disinformation Data Platform (CDDP)
    by Dom Watts
    In a move that has sparked alarm among civil liberties advocates, the Labour government in the United Kingdom is reportedly advancing plans to deploy artificial intelligence (AI) to monitor social media for what it deems “concerning” content. According to a recent article from the Free Speech Union (FSU), this initiative […]
  • Thought Police
    by Dom Watts
    In George Orwell’s seminal novel 1984, the Thought Police represent the ultimate tool of oppression, monitoring and punishing individuals not just for their actions but for their very thoughts. Orwell’s dystopian vision was a warning, a fictional exaggeration meant to provoke reflection on the dangers of authoritarian control. Yet, in […]
  • His Honour Andrew Menary KC
    by Dom Watts
    His Honour Judge Andrew Gwyn Menary is a Circuit Judge and the Recorder of Liverpool. He is the most senior judge at Liverpool Crown Court. HHJ Menary was a judge involved in the trial and sentencing of the Southport rioters. His Honour Menary presided over the Pre Trial Plea Hearing […]
  • Firearms Amnesty
    by Dom Watts
    In an unprecedented move to tackle the rising threat of converted firearms within the UK, a national amnesty has been initiated for specific types of blank-firing guns, commonly known as top-venting blank firers (TVBFs). The amnesty which started on the 3rd February 2025 and concludes on the 28th February, 2025, […]
  • Mr Justice Goose
    by Dom Watts
    Mr Justice Goose is a British High Court judge in the King’s Bench Division. Sir Julian Nicholas Goose is known as The Honourable Mr Justice Goose and should be addressed in court as “My Lord”. Mr Justice Julian Nicholas Goose, a respected figure in the British judiciary, has made significant contributions to the […]
  • Open Justice
    by Dom Watts
    The Open Justice Principle refers to the idea that justice should be administered openly, transparently and in a manner that is accessible to the public. Here are the key aspects of this principle: The Open Justice Principle is fundamental in democratic societies as it underpins the rule of law and […]
  • Justice System and the Constitution in the United Kingdom
    by Dom Watts
    The United Kingdom has three separate legal systems; one each for England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. This system operates within a constitutional framework where the powers are distributed among three branches: the Judiciary, the Legislature (Parliament), and the Executive (Government). This reflects its historical origins and the fact that […]
  • His Honour Judge Guy Kearl KC
    by Dom Watts
    His Honour Judge Kearl is a Circuit Judge and the Recorder of Leeds. He is the most senior judge at Leeds Crown Court. On the 5th of January 2025, Elon Musk re-posted on X an image/post of HHJ Kearl KC and commented “This clown looks like he bought that wig […]