Terence Morris and Louis Blom-Cooper’s new book Fine Lines and Distinctions was launched by the Lord Chief Justice, Lord Judge on Thursday 30 June 2011 at Middle Temple, London.




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Terence Morris and Louis Blom-Cooper’s new book Fine Lines and Distinctions was launched by the Lord Chief Justice, Lord Judge on Thursday 30 June 2011 at Middle Temple, London.




Looking for Laura: Public Criminology and Hot News by Professor David Wilson was launched on 19 April 2011 at Birmingham City University.
Leading investigative journalist Donal MacIntyre (who wrote the Foreword) was due to open proceedings, but sent his apologies. In his place Fiona Church – Executive Dean of Faculty of Education, Law and Social Sciences (ELSS) – did the honours.… Read more “Gallery: Looking for Laura launched at Birmingham City University”
The Ramsgate Society officially unveiled a Blue Plaque marking William Garrow’s former home at Pegwell Lodge, Ramsgate, Kent. Bryan Gibson and Sir William Garrow co-author John Hostettler were present at a lively event which was well attended by the media.
The house itself is of historical and architectural significance because of the way it was built in wood and then covered in brick-like tiles (and if anyone has any particular knowledge of this building process please leave a comment, because it seems like a costly and unnecessary exercise to me!).… Read more “Gallery: William Garrow Blue Plaque Unveiled”

24 September 2010
Guest of Honour Lord Ramsbotham returned to the scene (well, very nearly) of his infamous 1996 prison inspection walk-out to launch two excellent new books, and this time we can all agree that the surroundings were in fact rather pleasant – our thanks go to the Islington Arts Factory.… Read more “Gallery: Books Launched by Lord David Ramsbotham”
Journalist and broadcaster Henry Kelly was so enthused by Anthony Stokes’ book he wanted to visit Reading prison for himself. Guided by Pit of Shame author Anthony Stokes he saw the condemned cell, the corridors, the bars, walls and graves. You can listen to the resulting radio show here (opens in new window).… Read more “Gallery: Pit of Shame – Henry Kelly visit to Reading Gaol”