The Josh Hanson Trust
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Registered Charity 1170511. In Memory of Josh 27.02.94-11.10.15
Victims and bereaved families will be given six months to ask for a sentence to be reconsidered - a significant increase on the current 28-day limit Claire Waxman, Victims Commissioner for England and Wales, spoke to #BBCBreakfast about the planned change bbc.co.uk/news/topics/cn…
Victims and bereaved families given more time to challenge sentences itv.com/news/2026-04-0…
Official Statement: Major Reform to the Unduly Lenient Sentence (ULS) Scheme After seven years of relentless campaigning through the Josh Hanson Trust, I am claiming a significant and long-awaited victory for victims’ rights. Following our extensive advocacy, the Government has agreed to transformative amendments to the Unduly Lenient Sentence (ULS) scheme. The Historic Wins for Victims: •The justice system will now be legally required to inform victims and bereaved families of their right to appeal a sentence. •In a major shift, the window for victims to appeal has been extended from just 28 days to 6 months. •Crucially, if a victim has not been informed of their right to appeal, they will now be permitted to do so after the 6-month period under special circumstances. These changes represent a hard-fought victory in ensuring that families are no longer left in the dark or rushed through a traumatising process during the most painful moments of their lives. However, I am deeply disappointed that the Government has chosen not to name these changes ‘Josh’s Law’. This decision does not honour the seven years of evidence and advocacy that drove this reform. It does not just ignore my son Josh and what we have been through as a family, but the hundreds of bereaved families and victims who we continue to advocate for through our charity The Josh Hanson Trust every year. Furthermore, a critical injustice remains parity of time. While the extension to 6 months is a massive step forward, victims are still not afforded the same timeframe as offenders. True justice requires an equal playing field; until victims have the absolute same window of duration to act as the offender, the system remains fundamentally unbalanced. I would like to thank the Victims’ Commissioner for England and Wales, Max Lawson Policy Officer for Victims Commissioner for London and Baroness Brinton who has continually and tirelessly supported our campaign for their support. These reforms are a testament to Josh’s memory and the dedication of everyone who stood with the Josh Hanson Trust. We have moved forward, but the fight for full equality in the eyes of the law continues.#undulylenientsentencescheme #joshslaw
Confirming to the Bill Committee that - contrary to what some people are saying - that jury trials aren't being taken away. Jury trials will remain for the most serious charges, including murder, robbery and rape.
"He will always be a child. He never got to 20." The family of student Barnaby Webber, who was killed in the Nottingham attacks in 2023, has been giving evidence at the public inquir..
I have been calling for Josh’s Law since 2019. Josh’s Law would ensure victims can appeal outside of the strict 28-day deadline in exceptional circumstances as is afforded to offenders. My application under the Unduly Lenient Scheme while submitted on the 28-day was denied by the Attorney General’s Office as it was received outside of office hours. This information was not made public and no one gave me any advice at the time. Every single day victims leave the criminal courts not being informed of their right to appeal a sentence and this needs to stop right now.
The work of @TraceyHansonLdn and @JoshHansonTrust is vital in supporting victims of serious crime. I was pleased to meet with Tracey last week and will continue to work with the Ministry of Justice to ensure the justice system better supports victims and bereaved families.
Hello everyone, I am constantly moved by the lengths people will go to in order to help us keep Josh’s memory alive and support those affected by knife crime. Today, my heart is full as I celebrate two incredible individuals, Despina and James, who are taking on the monumental challenge of this year’s London Marathon. 🏃♂️ 26.2 Miles for Josh. 26.2 Miles for Change. Watching them train, sweat, and push through the pain is a powerful reminder of the resilience we stand for. They aren't just running a race; they are carrying our mission with every stride. Every penny you donate allows us to continue providing the vital services and emotional support that so many families rely on during their darkest hours. Despina and James have set ambitious targets, and reaching them means we can reach even more people who need us. Please, if you can, show them some love using the links below: Donate to Despina: 2026tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/despina-gia… Donate to James: 2026tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/james-duncan Whether it’s £5 or £50, your kindness fuels their journey and sustains our work. Let’s cheer them all the way to the finish line! 👟💙 #TheJoshHansonTrust #LondonMarathon #JusticeForJosh #EndKnifeCrime #LondonMarathon2026
