Open Justice student and regular blog contributor Dona Mclachlan shares her experience of studying law at the Open University with students who are first starting out on their OU journey.

How do judges decide what sentence to give those found guilty of criminal offences in England and Wales? This article This article by Hugh McFaul, Senior Lecturer in Law and Co-Director of the Open Justice Centre, outlines the key principles that guide judges in their decision making.

What happens if a suspect refuses to answer questions when interviewed under police caution? This article by Hugh McFaul, Senior Lecturer in Law and Co-Director of the Open Justice Centre, explores the legal effect of using a “no comment” response in criminal proceedings.

Current 'Justice in action' student Lucy Jones writes about volunteering at the South Westminster Legal Advice Centre (SWLAC) and its recent LawWorks award win.

Dr Andrew Gilbert, Senior Lecturer in Law, contributes to our JusticeWeek2021 series by arguing that advances in liberty are not irreversible and need defending.

In this guest post our colleagues from the OU Psychology Department, Dr Lee Curley and Dr James Munro discuss their new research findings regarding attitudes to the Scottish jury system and illustrate the value of interdisciplinary approaches to legal research.

Dr Clare Jones Senior Law Lecturer at the Open University writes about what justice means to her in celebration of Justice Week 2021.

Open Justice student and regular blog contributor Dona Mclachlan writes about the value of studying with the Open University and positive employer perceptions.

Dear Mr Claus,

I write to set out my advice regarding a number of matters on which you have consulted our firm.

1. Elf employment dispute

Francine Ryan, Director of the Open Justice Centre and Senior Lecturer in Law leads us all in a rousing festive sing-a-long. 

The festive season is upon us, so I thought I would bring you an alternative Twelve Days of Christmas designed for the social justice warrior in all of us. Don’t forget to sing….