Hannah More (1745–1833) was one of the most influential abolitionists and reformers of her time, a Bristol‑born writer whose words and activism helped shape Britain’s conscience during the long struggle against slavery. Though often overshadowed by figures such as William Wilberforce, More’s contribution was vital in mobilising public opinion and embedding abolitionist ideals into everyday…
The case of Lucy Letby, the former neonatal nurse convicted in one of the most high‑profile criminal trials in recent British history, has now been referred to the Criminal Cases Review Commission (CCRC). This referral marks a significant development, as the CCRC will examine whether her conviction should be reconsidered in light of new concerns…
A stark and compelling new investigation in the View 16 exposes the systemic failures that led to the preventable death of Diana Ocean Grant, a woman living with paranoid schizophrenia who died alone in her cell at HMP Bronzefield. The death of Diana Ocean Grant is more than a tragedy. It is a devastating indictment…
The role of the Solicitor General is not simply administrative. It carries moral weight. Decisions about whether a sentence is “unduly lenient” speak to what, and who, the state believes is worth protecting. In recent months, Ellie Reeves has exercised that power in ways that raise deeply uncomfortable questions about consistency, compassion and justice. Reeves…
The hunger strikes of Palestine Action activists should trouble anyone who believes that the justice system must be rooted in dignity and equal treatment. Their protest is not a stunt, nor an act of recklessness. It is a last resort taken by women who say they are being treated less humanely than other prisoners, and…
In December 2025, Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado stepped into the global spotlight as she was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo. For decades, Machado has been a relentless voice against authoritarianism in Venezuela, challenging the regime of Nicolás Maduro and demanding free and fair elections. Her recognition by the Nobel Committee marks…
When King Charles delivered his Stand Up to Cancer talk, he spoke passionately about the importance of cancer screening and his own journey of recovery. His words were broadcast across the nation, celebrated as a message of hope. Yet for women in prison across England, the speech was a devastating reminder of their invisibility. Behind…
Iran’s ongoing crackdown on dissent reached a grim milestone this week with the violent arrest and imprisonment of Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi, a leading Iranian human rights campaigner and long-time critic of the regime. Her detention highlights the growing dangers faced by peaceful activists in Iran and the lengths to which the authorities…
The government’s Sentencing Bill, currently progressing through Parliament, proposes reducing prison sentences for “good behaviour.” On the surface, this sounds like a progressive reform, rewarding rehabilitation and incentivising positive conduct. In reality, without rigorous safeguards, training, and oversight, it risks embedding corruption, inequality, and arbitrariness deep into the prison system. Under the proposals, offender managers…
On 4 December 2025, the government announced that Wes Streeting is launching an independent review into the rising demand for mental health, autism and ADHD services, a move officially presented as a necessary measure to ensure “timely access to accurate diagnosis and effective support.” But for many campaigners, disabled people and families, the real fear…