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July 11, 2024
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The urgent crisis of UK prisons running out of space

The prison system is almost at capacity, with some facilities already exceeding their limits. The overcrowding is made worse by an aging infrastructure.

Michael Devlin
Crime
July 08, 2024
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Switalskis translates experience into excellence with new paralegal

Switalskis has appointed Magdalena Dootson as a paralegal in its Leeds-based criminal law department.

Michael Devlin
Crime
June 05, 2024
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Zombie knives: possession, use and criminal sentences

Understanding what zombie knives are, the dangers they pose, and the legal repercussions of possessing or using one in the UK is crucial for public safety.

Michael Devlin
Crime
February 07, 2024

Acid attacks on the rise - what is the law?

Acid or corrosive substance attacks are violent crimes which can result in a number of long-term and serious health issues, as well as fatalities.

Katrina Elsey, Michael Devlin
Personal Injury, Crime
November 30, 2023
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The King’s Speech – whole life sentences – the perfect headline

Whole life sentences are to be increased – what does this mean for the criminal and the taxpayer?

Michael Devlin
Crime
July 04, 2023
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The Yorkshire Times: 10 in 10 with Michael Devlin

Michael Devlin, criminal defence solicitor advocate at Switalskis answers The Yorkshire Time’s 10 burning questions in 10 minutes. This article was originally published by The Yorkshire Times.

Michael Devlin
Crime
May 18, 2023
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The cost of living crisis and the impact on mental health

The mental health charity Mind has focused their mental health awareness week campaign on the impact the cost-of-living crisis is having on mental health.

Michael Devlin
Crime
August 07, 2019

Mother requests Judicial Review of the Crown Prosecution Service

Ms Linda Hawker recently requested Judicial Review of the Crown Prosecution Service to request that the man driving the car her son was killed in be brought before the court on a charge of dangerous driving.

David Greenwood
Crime
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