Which groups struggle most to resolve their justice problems, either through inaction or difficulty accessing the justice system and wider support services?

Background

We want to improve the way people are supported in their interactions with the justice system, to target timely and efficient resolutions that lead to positive and sustainable outcomes for all parties involved.

Next steps

We can be contacted at the following email address: evidence_partnerships@justice.gov.uk.

Source

This question was published as part of the set of ARIs in this document:

Areas of research interest

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    The project partially answers the question by providing data on offenders risks and needs, legal aid uptake, and users' needs in relation to education, mental health, social security, and child support. The authors have the necessary expertise to analyze the data and provide insights.

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    The project partially answers the question by analyzing the rights of victims of crime in the UK criminal justice system. The authors have the necessary expertise to conduct a socio-legal analysis.

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    The project partially answers the question by examining public access to justice in England over three centuries and analyzing data on victims involved in trials. The authors have the necessary expertise in criminology and crime history.

  • The Youth Justice System's Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic: Implications and impacts for policy, practice and justice-involved children

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