Four of Northern Ireland’s political parties have united to call for a public inquiry into the murder of Pat Finucane who was shot by loyalist paramilitaries in front of his family in 1989 amid claims of collusion.
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Safeguarding board find mental health staff facilitated the self-inflicted death of Laura Davis
A review published today by the Warrington Safeguarding Adults Board has concluded that the self-inflicted death of Laura Davis was facilitated by staff at the inpatient mental health facility, Arbury Court.
Inquest finds failures by multiple services in the self-inflicted death of Sharon Kelly
The inquest into the death of Sharon Kelly concluded yesterday, finding that failings by Essex Partnership University Foundation Trust (EPUT), East of England Ambulance Service and Essex Police contributed to her death.
UFFC 2020 : Annual No10 letter to the UK’s Prime Minister
Traditionally, a letter is hand delivered to 10 Downing Street with the demands to reform state custody practices and procedures. This years letter was sent by post and is reproduced in full in this article.
Call to block the Covert Human Intelligence Sources (SpyCops) Bill
The Covert Human Intelligence Sources (Criminal Conduct) Bill, otherwise known as the SpyCops Bill, is currently being rushed through parliament. Its purpose is to provide the legal basis for the conduct of undercover agents.
Birmingham pub bombings: Priti Patel to look at case for inquiry
The home secretary is to consider the case for a public inquiry into the 1974 Birmingham Pub Bombings. The blasts at the Mulberry Bush and Tavern in the Town pubs killed 21 people and injured 220.
Ultraviolence : the shocking, brutal film about deaths in police custody
Two decades ago the police tried to silence Ken Fero’s fearless documentary Injustice. Twenty years later, his follow-up is filled with even more pain and outrage. Ultraviolence was launched at the 2020 BFI Film Festival.
Attorneys for three men accused of killing Ahmaud Arbery offer a surprising defence
The shooting death of Arbery, 25, is a story about a mother’s relentless pursuit for the truth of what happened to her son. It’s also a case that has raised questions about race and racism in the United States.
