Shadow Justice Minister speaks at Justice for All launch
Our Fresh Start Specialist Santok Odedra and myself attended the Justice for All launch at parliament yesterday. We were able to meet Liz Kendall (MP Leicester West) and discuss with her the impact of the proposed legal aid cuts. As we waited for Liz in the Central Lobby, I was struck by the volume of supporters present and how everyone seemed to be engaged in so much discussion. It was very encouraging to see so many. (more…)
Posted by Sara Ayech
Today, I and others from Refugee Action will join campaigners from Citizens Advice Bureau, Shelter, Unite, and others concerned about proposed cuts to free legal aid and independent advice, to converge on Westminster for the official launch of the Justice for all campaign.
Over 1400 legal and advice agencies, other charities, politicians, trade unions, community groups and members of the public have already signed up to the campaign. (more…)
Posted by Sara Ayech