Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood has addressed concerns over the Sentencing Council's new guidelines that consider ethnicity and faith more heavily in sentencing. Following a backlash from figures like Conservative shadow justice secretary Robert Jenrick, who criticized the changes as promoting 'two-tier justice,' Mahmood signaled her intent to review the Sentencing Council's powers. She stated she would legislate if necessary after evaluating their authority in this crucial area. The current controversy raises significant questions about fair sentencing and the overall effectiveness of the criminal justice system in addressing bias.
Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood expressed her discontent with the Sentencing Council's new guidance that factors in ethnicity and faith, questioning its implications for fair sentencing.
Mahmood emphasized her commitment to equal treatment under the law, stating, 'I do not stand for any differential treatment before the law' as she seeks a review of the council's powers.
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