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Boris Johnson backs ‘Arthur’s law’ which would see child killers die in prison

Boris Johnson backs ‘Arthur’s law’ which would see child killers die in prison

The Prime Minister promised to leave ‘no stone unturned’ in the national review following Arthur Labinjo-Hughes’ death Following the abuse and killing of Arthur Labinjo-Hughes, Prime Minister Boris Johnson has reportedly backed newly proposed legislation dubbed ‘Arthur’s law’ which will see child killers slapped with life sentences and subsequently die in prison. The PM told […]

4 years ago

Pet abduction will finally be made a criminal offence in the UK

Pet abduction will finally be made a criminal offence in the UK

A long-overdue change in legislation Pet abduction is set to be made illegal in the UK following a spike in thefts. Up until now, the offence had been classed as a loss of property under the Theft Act 1968. The update to legislation sees pets recognised as sentient beings, a change that hopes to take […]

4 years ago

Animal Welfare Bill for tougher sentences on animal cruelty becomes law today

Animal Welfare Bill for tougher sentences on animal cruelty becomes law today

‘Finn’s Law’ will take the maximum sentence for animal cruelty to five years in prison A bill calling for tougher punishments and sentencing for those found guilty of committing animal cruelty will receive Royal Assent and become law today. Brought forward by Tory MP Chris Loder and spearheaded by ex-police officer Dave Wardell and his […]

5 years ago