In this discussion paper, Imogen Parker explains in brief the European Arrest Warrant and some of the problems for criminal justice which have arisen during the its implementation. She makes recommendations which readers can bring before their MEP, on how to ensure that extraditions do not result in problems such as people being imprisoned while […]
Alternatives to imprisonment
Around Europe 351 – June/July 2013
In this issue of Around Europe Programme Assistant Imogen Parker discusses the ethics of electronic monitoring in Europe. She writes that while this technological advancement could be used, in specific circumstances, as a viable alternative to imprisonment, this should not be seen as simply a cheap replacement for imprisonment. Quaker Representative Alexandra Bosbeer talks about the underlying value of nature […]
Green paper response: criminal justice in the field of detention
Strengthening mutual trust in the European Judicial Area – a Green Paper on the application of EU criminal justice legislation in the field of Detention Our research comparing the operation of prison systems across Europe has led us to certain conclusions, which we clarify here because they inform our thinking about the questions in the […]
Report: Alternatives to Imprisonment
The Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) has a long history of campaigning for prison and criminal justice reform. Working in the context of this 350 year old Quaker tradition, the Quaker Council for European Affairs is actively involved in promoting respect for human rights. In partnership with the Quaker United Nations Office (QUNO) – Geneva […]
Around Europe 331 – April 2011
New QCEA report surveys prisoner reintegration policy in 20 European countries; EU Responses to Terrorism: a Paper Tiger on a Wild Goose Chase?; Israel: Democracy and Free Speech for all? Click here to download (PDF – 1.4 Mb) Deutsche Ausgabe – April 2011 Israel: Demokratie und Redefreiheit für alle? Klicken Sie hier für die deutschen […]
Around Europe 322 – May 2010
The EU and Pirates at the Horn of Africa; What Works in Reducing Re-offending; Book review: ‘From Pacification to Peacebuilding’ Click here to download (PDF – 1.02 Mb) Deutsche Ausgabe – Mai 2010 Die EU und Die Piraten am Horn von Afrika: Den Wagen vor das Pferd spannen; Ein Aufruf zu grundlegender globaler Veränderung-Diana Francis […]
Around Europe 313 – June 2009
What are the obstacles and opportunities to help move Europe’s transport networks towards a sustainable fututre? Air travel: Understanding the Consequences; Restorative Justice: Revolutionising the way we respond to crime by exploring alternatives to imprisonment…; In Memoriam: Marianne Boelsma-Studinger Click here to download (PDF – 366 Kb) Deutsche Ausgabe – Juni 2009 Luftverkehr: die Folgen […]
Around Europe 310 – March 2009
Titan or Titanic: prison report; New programme assistants Anya Whiteside and Steve Hynd; Peace Builders in the Western Balkans Click here to download (PDF – 280 Kb) Deutsche Ausgabe – März 2009 Friedenskräfte in den westlichen Balkanländern Klicken Sie hier für die deutschen Auszüge (PDF – 48 Kb)