Character References

The Northern Ireland Department of Justice has launched a public consultation on the use of good character references at sentencing in certain criminal proceedings. Views are being sought on a range of proposals, including the retention of the current legal position, and the introduction of a requir

The Lady Chief Justice, Dame Siobhan Keegan has stated in an interview with Good Morning Ulster that it is unwise for legal professionals to give character references. The issue has become prominent in the last few months as the provision of a character reference by the chief executive of the L