Comment

In this section of our website we offer an occasional insight into our views, and comment, on the issues that we meet in our work. Whether you agree or disagree with us, we’d be pleased to hear your views on the matters discussed. Get in touch with us through our “contact” page.

May 19 2020

Appeal Court – The End of the Line

The heavily-trailed documentary “Appeal Court – The End of the Line” aired on BBC One Scotland at 10.45 pm yesterday (Monday 18 May). On a superficial level – and “superficial” neatly characterises the exercise – it is easy to regret what was produced as an opportunity missed. The business of appeals is, after all, the […]

April 24 2020

The Forgotten Victims

Comment, News

A recurring theme in recent articles here has been the emphasis on victim support apparent in current government policy in Scotland. There is, of course, nothing wrong with the active and meaningful support of victims of crime. It is the mark of a compassionate society, a society that takes responsibility when lives are blighted by […]