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Women being let down in our justice system, says Thornberry

16th October 2023

Law Gazette

Shadow attorney general Emily Thornberry has vowed to make far-reaching changes to help women being disproportionately mistreated by the justice system.

She said Labour will review laws on stalking, whistleblowing and co-habitation to ensure women are better protected by the law.

Speaking at the party conference in Liverpool on Tuesday, Thornberry confirmed that barrister Marina Wheeler, an employment specialist, had been appointed to review laws directly affecting women.

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