Improving support for the accused person with a learning disability in police custody – Derek Penman

Explains the role of registered intermediaries in providing communication support in police custody in Northern Ireland

Review of the evidence for the use of screening tools in police custody

Allan Speirs gives his experience of being a man with learning disabilities in a police interview

Supt MacCormick gives the police perspective on the importance of fair access to justice for all

Stephen Heath reviews the role and scope of appropriate adult services and suggests areas for possible improvement