Guidance on writing character references for Court by Father John Chadwick
In this short article Father John gives helpful guidance on how to do this, and just as importantly, what not to do.
Father John Chadwick is co-founder of Margaret Clitherow Trust, and qualified practitioner in Criminal Law.
Environmental racism, segregation and discrimination: Gypsy and Traveller sites in Great Britain
Local authority sites for Gypsies and Travellers are often in bad locations, near pollution and with poor facilities. This hurts their health and is a form of discrimination. The study suggests looking at private sites too, since most Travellers live there, to better understand the problem and improve future planning.
The Dinner Table Prejudice
A survey in Britain found Gypsy and Irish Travellers to be the most negatively viewed minority group. Despite their Christian faith, these communities still face significant prejudice. The authors argue that churches have a responsibility to raise awareness and combat these negative attitudes.
‘Voices Unheard’: A Study of Irish Travellers in Prison. June 2011, Irish Chaplaincy in Britain.
Irish Chaplaincy, a charity supporting Irish people in Britain, published a report on the challenges faced by Irish Gypsies and Travellers in prison. The report highlights issues like family separation, cultural restrictions and illiteracy, and recommends improvements for the criminal justice system. Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Friendly Churches endorse the report and urge for an audit to see if the recommendations have been implemented.
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