IfJ Commentary

Our resource centre includes various insights into the justice system with a particular focus on crucial role of intermediaries. In this section, we provide commentary on practical changes and policy analysis, and include feedback given to government agencies. By doing so, we aim to inform legal professionals, policymakers, and the public about the challenges and opportunities for improvement within the justice system.

Here, you can gain a deeper understanding the views of IfJ's trustees and members, as we contribute to the ongoing efforts to create a fairer and more equitable system for all.

Consultation...The Criminal Justice System (CJS) and legal guidance for mental health issues, IfJ (2019)

These are IfJ's comments on the draft Legal Guidance for mental health conditions and disorders,  focussing on revised guidance which is designed to assist decision making throughout the life of a criminal case, from the initial decision to prosecute, through fitness to plead to sentencing.