Review of cautions
The Ministry of Justice has announced that it is reviewing the use of simple cautions, in the light of evidence suggesting that some serious and serial offenders are being cautioned when they should be brought before the courts.
Unusually, this review is not it seems accompanied by any consultation document, though this may be published later. There is a press announcement available at http://www.justice.gov.uk/news/press-releases/moj/cautions-for-serious-and-repeat-offenders-under-review
Martin Partington: Introduction to the English Legal System 15th ed 2021
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Martin Partington: Spotlight on the Justice System 
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