illustration for the drivers of inequality

Driver Category 2.3

Lack of independent, representative judiciary and police, and a legal framework which ensures adequate accountability and public scrutiny of policy and judiciary decisions

This driver category should be used to explore the independence of the judiciary, the right to appeal, the ability to scrutinise police and court decisions, to access judicial review, make formal complaints and independently report on arrests, trials and convictions.

It covers aspects related to the existence of relevant legislation.

Guiding Questions

General questions

  • Is the judiciary independent?
  • Is there evidence that the judiciary is not acting independently?
  • Is judicial review available?
  • Is there equal access to judicial review?
  • Are the police independent?
  • What is the relationship between the civilian police force and the military?
  • Is there evidence of corruption in the police?
  • Is there a credible system for making complaints about police conduct?
  • Is there an independent commission which investigates the conduct of the police?

Indicators

Potential indicators to monitor the drivers of inequalities in this main driver category

  • Number of prosecutions brought by an independent police complaints commission
  • Number of judicial reviews brought by private individuals or third-sector organisations
  • Number of staff employed by equality body and annual budget
  • Number of successful appeals against convictions
  • Number of formal complaints made against the police

Candidate Policies

To see related Candidate Policies in this main driver category please click here.