Dr Sofia Graca discusses a parliamentary debate on women’s rights and safety ahead of International Women’s Day. Yesterday I attended the parliamentary debate on International Women’s Day. I had the […]
Taking a stand to eliminate Violence Against Women and Girls
Dr Sofia Graca discusses UN International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and why we should continue to mark important awareness days.
New legislation prompts organisations to improve staff training in terrorism incidents
Jessica Bombasaro-Brady, Senior Lecturer in the School of Law, Policing and Social Sciences, discusses The King’s Speech this week which highlighted new legislation to keep people safe, reducing the risk to the public from terrorist attacks at public venues.
Policing and mixed messages in the media
Dr Emma Williams takes a look at how policing is portrayed in the media.
Terrorism: the definition dilemma?
Dr Elaine Brown argues that attacks by right wing extremists should be labelled as acts of terror.
Plans for a new law on domestic abuse – a possible vacuous effort?
Dr Sofia Graca, Senior Lecturer in the School of Law, Criminal Justice and Computing, reflects on the Government’s plans to create a new law on domestic abuse.
Domestic incident or everyone’s business?
Dr Sofia Graca explores the implications of a recent change in law in Russia on domestic violence.