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Boost for Public Safety as 4 bills receive Royal Assent

Date: Tuesday, 31st May 2022 | Category: General

The government delivered on its pledge to protect the public better and restore confidence in the criminal justice system as four major bills became law on 28th April, which includes:

• Giving more power to police and tougher sentences for worst offenders
• Raising the minimum age of marriage in England and Wales to 18 to keep children safe
• New courts measures to reduce delays for victims

Find out more about the changes here.