On this page you will find links to a number of Northumbria-led projects that have impacted on the legal environment and agenda
Casting light on discrimination
In the best tradition of British and Irish cinema and social realism, the film 'Sanctuary' casts people with conditions like Down’s syndrome and autism in central roles...
Discover moreEmbedding standards of best practice for expert evidence within the justice system
The justice system in the UK and elsewhere has become increasingly reliant on scientific evidence and expert witness testimony...
Discover moreEnhancing UK-Irish criminal justice cooperation after Brexit
Ensuring criminal justice cooperation after Brexit through a new collaborative network...
Discover moreEnsuring robust and flexible protections against the use of biometric data
New regulations and legislation on the use of biometric data by public bodies protects citizen's privacy and data security...
Discover moreTackling corruption in Nigeria
An innovative team of researchers from Northumbria University’s Business School has brought anti-corruption agencies in Nigeria together
Discover moreThe Indian National Green Tribunal - environmental lessons learned
In 2010, the Parliament of India passed the National Green Tribunal Act, which resulted in the creation of a specialised environmental tribunal with the power to expedite legal cases pertaining to environmental issues...
Discover moreTowards a justice system that addresses the needs of vulnerable victims and offenders
People who offend are often some of the most vulnerable in society, experiencing a range of issues from homelessness and abuse to mental illness, addiction and communication difficulties...
Discover moreUsing policy and public outreach to tackle green crimes
Wildlife trafficking is one of the leading threats to the survival of species globally, damaging the livelihood of people who are reliant on wildlife for sustenance, income and shelter...
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