In England and Wales, prisons are almost full, part of a troubling trend that experts say creates unsafe conditions for both those in detention and the staff who manage them.
Tag: Law and Legislation
Hungary Fires Museum Director in Crackdown on L.G.B.T.Q. Depictions
A government campaign against what it calls “homosexual propaganda” is unsettling booksellers and has resulted in the firing of the director of one of the country’s leading museums.
Sánchez’s Deal With Catalonia Separatists Creates Turmoil in Spain
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez’s agreement with Catalan separatists will likely keep him in power, but it has provoked an upheaval.
Éric Dupond-Moretti, France’s Justice Minister, Goes on Trial
The case is the first time a sitting government minister has gone before a court, and it is part of the system he continues to oversee.
How Long Will Divorce Remain Illegal in the Philippines?
A campaign in the Philippines that frames divorce as a basic human right is gaining momentum, despite systemic and religious barriers.
Biden Reaffirms Support for Israel but Calls for Protection of Civilians
During an appearance with the Australian prime minister, President Biden pledged that the United States would provide Israel with what it needed to defend itself against Hamas.
What the Laws of War Say About Forced Displacement and ‘Human Shields’
Amid the sorrow and anger over the ongoing violence, the core principles of humanitarian law are simple. Civilians must be protected.
Rise of Fake Lawyers Rattles Kenya
The authorities are investigating numerous cases of unqualified people acting as lawyers. Some leaders in the country have voiced support for those caught in the act.
Poland’s Governing Party Looks Set to Be Ousted
An expected liberal coalition would probably reverse deeply conservative policies at home and diminish Poland’s role abroad as a beacon for right-wing groups.
The Unique Ability of Canadian Governments to Set Aside Rights
Saskatchewan’s premier has preemptively invoked the province’s power to ignore the Charter of Rights and Freedoms for a gender identity bill.