Author Archives: HM Government

From today, warrants permitting the use of the most intrusive investigatory powers will require the approval of a judge. This marks the final step needed to implement the stringent ‘judicial double-lock’ safeguard created by the landmark Investigatory… read more

It’s great to be in a room full of fellow tech enthusiasts. Not least because I imagine most of you will have downloaded the Matt Hancock app? Some of you? Anyone? Well, it’s currently rated 3.5 out of 5 on the App Store and if you need any convincing… read more

Proof of identity needs to be carried and produced on request when duty solicitors attend a police station. Agree acceptable ID locally Duty solicitors are free to liaise with local police custody staff to agree appropriate identification arrangemen… read more

The new electronic systems will help hospital trusts move away from handwritten prescriptions. This will: reduce potentially deadly medication errors by up to 50% when compared with the old paper systems build up a complete electronic record ensure fa… read more