AC 4.3 Flashcards
What was the campaign about regarding Sarah’s Law?
In 2000, Sarah Payne was abducted and murdered by Roy Whiting, a known sex offender. Her parents campaigned for public access to information about sex offenders in their area.
Sarah’s parents insisted they would have taken steps to protect her if they had known about Whiting’s presence.
Who were the key parties involved in Sarah’s Law campaign?
Sarah’s parents and the former Sunday newspaper, The News of the World, which supported the campaign by publishing names and pictures of alleged sex offenders.
The campaign led to a vigilante effect, causing the government to refuse the demands.
How did the Sarah’s Law campaign attempt to change policies?
The campaign utilized media coverage to raise awareness and influence public opinion. After another kidnapping, the government reconsidered its stance.
A minister was sent to the USA to learn about Megan’s Law.
What laws or policies were introduced as a result of Sarah’s Law campaign?
In 2008, a pilot scheme was introduced allowing parents to inquire about named individuals. This scheme was extended to all of England and Wales in 2011, known as the Child Sex Offender Disclosure Scheme.
What was the campaign about regarding Bobby Turnbull’s anti-gun campaign?
Bobby Turnbull’s family was killed by a man with a history of domestic violence who legally owned firearms. He campaigned for changes in gun laws and a gun hotline.
The perpetrator had previously had his guns removed but they were later returned.
Who were the key parties involved in Bobby Turnbull’s anti-gun campaign?
Bobby Turnbull, who initiated the campaign, sought to change gun laws and establish a hotline for reporting concerns about firearms.
How did Bobby Turnbull’s campaign attempt to change policies?
He launched a petition that gained 20,000 signatures, appeared in the media, and lobbied MPs for support.
What laws or policies were introduced as a result of Bobby Turnbull’s campaign?
Amendments to the Firearms Act 1968 were introduced, preventing individuals with suspended sentences from owning firearms and requiring police reviews of firearms certificates after domestic violence incidents.
What was the campaign about regarding the British Lung Foundation?
The British Lung Foundation (BLF) aims to prevent lung disease by raising awareness about its dangers and promoting lung health.
Who were the key parties involved in the British Lung Foundation campaign?
The British Lung Foundation.
How did the British Lung Foundation campaign attempt to change policies?
They secured 50,000 signatures on a petition in 2011 and presented it to 10 Downing Street.
How did the British Lung Foundation campaign change views?
They produced research showing the harmful effects of second-hand smoke, revealing that over 430,000 children were exposed to it in family cars weekly.
What laws or policies were introduced as a result of the British Lung Foundation campaign?
A ban on smoking in cars with children was implemented in England and Wales in October 2014, introduced by the Children and Families Act 2014.
What additional campaign did the British Lung Foundation support?
The BLF, along with other groups, campaigned for plain packaging of cigarettes, resulting in standardized packaging to reduce youth smoking attraction.
This change was also implemented by the Children and Families Act 2014.
