DRIVING OFFENCES What is the Earned Recognition Scheme? In early 2018, the Driver and Vehicle Standard Agency (DVSA) are bringing out a new scheme, which puts their focus on risky drivers who continuously break the rules of the road. Read More
DRUGS OFFENCES Is Cannabis A Class A Drug? And Is Weed Legal In The UK? Cannabis is classified as a Class B drug, meaning that, whilst it is a harmful substance, it is not quite as harmful as drugs with a Class A classification. (Despite what may be believed by some). ... Read More
DRUGS OFFENCES What is A Class A Drug? In the UK, you can incur a fine or prison sentence for possession, distribution and production of illegal substances. Class A drugs are considered to be the most harmful to the human body, and it’s for... Read More
COMMUNITY Shahid is Volunteering in Bangladesh If you’ve watched the news recently, you’ll have noticed that the headlines are often dominated by the suffering of men women and children refugees in developing countries, as they flee from their war-torn homes. ... Read More
DRIVING OFFENCES What is the conviction code for speeding? For every type of speeding offence there is a conviction code. These are used by law enforcers as a shorthand for the offence committed. Each conviction code will indicate the type of speeding offence, together with... Read More
CRIME The Criminal Finances Act 2017 On the 27th April, The Criminal Finances Act 2017 (CFA) received royal assent. The Act is a radical overhaul and modernisation of the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002’s anti-money laundering scheme. Read More