Monthly Archives: July 2011

Protest demonstrates anger over council’s McDonald court win

31/07/2011 – 9:00 am

Activists were set to stage a protest this evening over the treatment of a disabled woman denied the night-time care she needs by her local authority.
The Supreme Court caused outrage earlier this month when it ruled that Kensington and Chelsea council did not break the law by deciding to withdraw night-time support for Elaine McDonald, [...]

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Government omits hate crime murder measures from sentencing bill

31/07/2011 – 9:00 am

The government has failed to fulfil its pledge to end the glaring disparity between sentences for disability and other hate crime murders.
Someone found guilty of a race hate murder, or one based on hostility to religion or sexuality, faces a “starting tariff” – which could be increased or lowered due to other factors – of [...]

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