Dr Iain McKinnon reviews the evidence for the use of screening tools in police custody as a reliable way of identifying that an accused person has a learning disability.
Presentation given at Supporting Offenders with Learning Disabilities event, March 2017:Improving support for the accused person with a learning disability in police custody.
Credit: Dr Iain McKinnon, Newcastle University
Supt MacCormick gives the police perspective on the importance of fair access to justice for all
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Explains the role of registered intermediaries in providing communication support in police custody in Northern Ireland
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Stephen Heath reviews the role and scope of appropriate adult services and suggests areas for possible improvement
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Derek Penman, HM Chief Inspector of Constabulary in Scotland, gives his opening address
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Allan Speirs gives his experience of being a man with learning disabilities in a police interview
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