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Trial for victims to attend parole hearings rolled out across England and Wales

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Victims of crime in England and Wales will be able to attend parole hearings to decide whether a prisoner can be released from jail. The reform comes into force today and is part of an initiative to boost confidence in the justice system.

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New Orleans councilman announces National Crime Victims' Rights Week events

NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — New Orleans City Councilman Eugene Green joined law enforcement officials and victims of local crime at an event to kick off Crime Victims' Rights Week. Green announced a schedule of events happening throughout the week starting on Saturday with a butterfly release at 11 a.m. at Longue Vue House and Gardens. Belle Chasse Bridge tolling to start April 3 Other events are set to include a prayer service, a peace walk, the…

10 days ago·New Orleans, United States

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Liverpool Echo

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From today victims can attend parole hearings of criminals - Liverpool Echo

The scheme will allow victims to apply to attend private hearings which decide whether a prisoner can be released from jail

10 days ago·Liverpool, United Kingdom

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BBC News

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Victims will be able to attend parole hearings

The scheme, piloted in Greater Manchester, is being rolled out across England and Wales.

10 days ago·United Kingdom

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Sky News UK

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Trial for victims to attend parole hearings rolled out across England and Wales

A pilot scheme found victims were "reassured" to see the process of offenders being held to account before the Parole Board made a decision whether to release them under licence conditions.

11 days ago·United Kingdom

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Victims to attend parole hearings in national rollout of ‘vital’ scheme

The change follows a pilot scheme in the South West and Greater Manchester.

11 days ago·London, United Kingdom

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Great Yorkshire Radio

Trial For Victims To Attend Parole Hearings Rolled Out Across England And Wales - Great Yorkshire Radio

The reform comes into force today and is part of an initiative to boost confidence in the justice system. It comes after a pilot scheme in the South West and Greater Manchester found victims were “reassured” to see the process of offenders being held to account before the Parole Board made a decision whether to release them. The Parole Board assesses whether prisoners can be safely released from jail into the community and on what licence condit…

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