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Government Signals Tough Sentencing Changes
Over the last few days, the government has announced proposals to introduce new offences and increase sentencing for a range of other offences. Our Criminal Law expert, Nikki Mundy explains the proposals. Knife crime Knife crime increased by 20% in the last year, prompting the government to look again at key legislation. Possession of a…