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Three men with a history of violence who robbed a man in a Bristol takeaway have their prison sentences increased after the Solicitor General intervened.
Advice for British nationals on staying safe when travelling by sea
This treaty was presented to Parliament in August 2014.
This document contains the following information: Regional cooperation agreement on combating piracy and armed robbery against ships in Asia.
Two men who robbed 3 properties at knifepoint have had their sentences increased after the Solicitor General, Alex Chalk QC MP referred the case to the Court of Appeal.
MLC amendment, that a seafarer's employment agreement should not lapse if a seafarer is held captive as a result of piracy or armed robbery, until repatriation.
The steps you can take to tackle an intruder or burglar in your own home - and what force you can use to defend yourself
Two violent robbers have each received an increased sentence after their cases were referred to the Court of Appeal.
A persistent and aggressive robber has had his sentence increased by two years and six months after his case was referred under the unduly lenient sentence scheme.
Provides links to websites containing information countering piracy, armed robbery and other acts of violence against merchant shipping
Gang of robbers have their sentences increased after the Solicitor General's intervention
Consultation on the draft guideline ‘Sentencing youths: overarching principle and offence-specific guidelines for sexual offences and robbery.
Carl Wood and Scott Taylor have had their sentences increased by the Court of Appeal
Statement by Alice Jacobs at the Security Council briefing on piracy and armed robbery in the Gulf of Guinea
The Court of Appeal has today increased the unduly lenient sentences of Paul Oliver and Thomas Bailey to 19 years’ imprisonment with an extended four year licence period for a number of violent offences.
UK Explanation of Vote delivered by Fergus Eckersley, UK Political Coordinator at the UN
Burglars, thieves and robbers released from prison will be made to wear GPS tags to track their movements in a world first scheme to crack down on neighbourhood criminals.
The offender carried out two robberies, stealing over £1000 worth of goods and cash while threatening members of the public.
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