The claimant had challenged the findings of the Parole Board in his case, saying that the Board was not an independent tribunal as required under human rights law, since it was subject to direction from the Home Secretary. Held: The Home Secretary’s appeal succeeded. The meaning of the word ‘directions’ depended on its context. The … Continue reading Girling v Secretary of State for the Home Department and Another: CA 21 Dec 2006

Once the punitive or tariff term of imprisonment on a convicted murderer, is completed, risk to life and limb provides the sole ground for continued detention. The Parole Board, being subject to directions from the Home Secretary, was not an independent tribunal which could satisfy the claimant’s right to a fair trial. Judges: Walker J … Continue reading Girling v Parole Board and Secretary of State for the Home Department: Admn 8 Apr 2005