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WHAT HAPPENED ON 22nd May 2006?
21st May 2006
Knife security at train station
Airport-style metal detectors are being used to screen rail passengers in Manchester to cut down on the number of people carrying knives. The mobile equipment is being used for the first time at the city's Piccadilly station on Saturday night. It is part of Operation Shield British Transport Police's (BTP) national campaign to eradicate knife crime on the railway. Travellers walk through metal detectors before smaller mobile devices are used.
22nd May 2006
Victims may decide inmates' fate
Victims of crime could be given a say on whether offenders should be freed from jail under plans being considered by Home Secretary John Reid. It comes amid increasing concern that the rights of offenders are being given too much prominence & controversy over the early release of criminals. In a speech to the Parole Board Mr Reid said victims or their advocates were to be appointed to parole boards. He said victims' voices "must be heard more clearly".
22nd May 2006
Reid reshuffles home office team
Tony McNulty has been replaced as immigration minister in a reshuffle by new Home Secretary John Reid. Mr Reid has also said he will boost public protection following cases where released prisoners have gone on to commit serious crimes including murder. Mr McNulty who has been under fire over the deportation of illegal immigrants is now police minister. Liam Byrne who was in charge of policing for just two weeks has been given the immigration policy brief.
21st May 2006
58% oppose police mergers - poll
The majority of voters in parts of England & Wales where the government wants police forces to merge are opposed to the plans a poll suggests. Just 36% of those surveyed for the Policy Exchange think tank supported the mergers compared to more than half - 58% - who opposed the changes. Proposals made by former home secretary Charles Clarke aimed to cut the 43 forces in England & Wales to 17. Populus interviewed 4 569 adults for the survey between 26 April & 18 May.
22nd May 2006
Victims may decide inmates' fate
Victims of crime could be given a say on whether offenders should be freed from jail under plans being considered by Home Secretary John Reid. It comes amid increasing concern that the rights of offenders are being given too much prominence & controversy over the early release of criminals. In a speech to the Parole Board Mr Reid said victims or their advocates were to be appointed to parole boards. He said victims' voices "must be heard more clearly".
22nd May 2006
Reid reshuffles home office team
Tony McNulty has been replaced as immigration minister in a reshuffle by new Home Secretary John Reid. Mr Reid has also said he will boost public protection following cases where released prisoners have gone on to commit serious crimes including murder. Mr McNulty who has been under fire over the deportation of illegal immigrants is now police minister. Liam Byrne who was in charge of policing for just two weeks has been given the immigration policy brief.
21st May 2006
Extra £2.5m for July bomb victims
Victims of the 7 July London bombings are to receive increased compensation after criticism about the amounts being offered. The Home Office said an extra £2.5m would be available due to the "exceptional nature" of the attacks. The additional compensation which could double some victim's payments will be distributed before the first anniversay of the bombings. Details of how the money will be awarded will be announced next week.
22nd May 2006
Victims may decide inmates' fate
Victims of crime could be given a say on whether offenders should be freed from jail under plans being considered by Home Secretary John Reid. It comes amid increasing concern that the rights of offenders are being given too much prominence & controversy over the early release of criminals. In a speech to the Parole Board Mr Reid said victims or their advocates were to be appointed to parole boards. He said victims' voices "must be heard more clearly".
22nd May 2006
Amnesty aims to fight knife crime
A five-week amnesty aimed at tackling knife crime across Britain - the first of its kind in a decade - has begun. Until 30 June people can hand in knives at police stations in England Scotland and Wales without fear of penalty. But police have warned that once the amnesty is over tough action will be taken on those found armed with knives. However some families of victims of knife crime have questioned the effectiveness of an amnesty calling instead for tougher sentencing.
