Home Office


IRA terrorism victims expert appointed to lead review of Prevent
(27/01/21) Independent review to look at delivery of a programme which has seen a 10% increase in referrals.

The Brief: removal from Barred List
(26/01/21) The process of applying to be removed from the Barred List has a 'Parole Board ring to it' and cases need to be backed up with evidence warn our resident chambers of specialist police barristers.

'High threshold' for officers to be removed from barred list
(21/01/21) College says officers dismissed for gross misconduct or incompetence can apply to have their details wiped after minimum terms.

Bail extension decisions moved from superintendents to inspectors
(14/01/21) Home Office reforms will increase pre-charge bail limits to 90 days with inspectors approving extensions at three-month stage.