Women in Prison
Our criminal justice system imprisons twice as many women now, as it did in the nineties. No increase in the quantity or gravity of female crime has happened, to justify this. Harsh penal policy, directed at tougher sentencing for men – who are 96% of the prison population – seems simply to have carried women…
Postal Votes Have Started To Arrive
Are you voting by post, if so, I hope you will consider giving me your first choice vote. I have worked hard to ensure that Northumbria Police delivers the priorities set by you in the Police & Crime Plan. Please take a few moments to read my election leaflet. If you have any questions, it…
Consultation on taxi licensing to protect passengers.
‘The current taxi licensing system is unfit for purpose and requires an urgent re-think’ says Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner, Dame Vera Baird, following today’s (12, February, 2019) government announcement to launch a consultation on rules to improve passenger safety. Dame Vera has repeatedly expressed concerns over the granting of taxi licences and the application…
