Chancel repair liability and leasehold property:are leaseholders at risk?

*L. & T. Review 98 The Law Commission agreed to conduct a project entitled "Chancel Repair Liability and Registration", focused on chancel repair liability as part of its 13th Programme of Law Reform (now rolled into the 14th Programme of Law Reform). The stated aim of the project is to "close the loophole and so achieve with certainty what was intended to be achieved by the Land Registration Act 2002". It is estimated that doing so would "eliminate the current standard practice of purchasers searching and/or insuring against the risk of liability, which costs an estimated 20 million each year": see Law Commission, The 13th Programme of Law Reform, Law Com. No.377, 2017 at 2.30–2.31. Concerns and issues surrounding chancel repair liability have been addressed previously by the Law Commission, and these matters have been considered by the courts, most notably in cases such as Aston Cantlow and Wilmcote with Billesley Parochial Church Council v Wallbank [2003] UKHL 37; [2004] 1 A.C. 546 , where the landowners were held liable for chancel repair costs in the region of tens of thousands of pounds. An aspect of chancel repair liability which receives less attention, however, is that connected with leasehold land. This article focuses on this aspect of chancel repair liability. In particular, it highlights the historical context of chancel repair liability and examines the arguments about how liability may arise in connection with leasehold land. It then explores the related practical issues, suggesting that these should be taken account of as part of the Law Commission’s efforts to reduce some of the uncertainty surrounding chancel repair liability

Gender, relationships and desistance

This edited collection offers unique insight into the role and impact of relationships for women involved in the criminal justice system. Through drawing together academic research, lived experience and reflections of frontline perspectives, the collection interrogates the personal, public and professional themes of these relationships, broadening current analysis and calling for a reimagining of the future. Each author demonstrates the complexity of these themes with rich and powerful contributions that offer a crucial understanding into the complexity and nuance of this area. By connecting a range of perspectives and different forms of expression, this original collection extends and challenges current understanding and calls for reimaging and change

Migration psychology:global dynamics of family, policy, and inclusion

This book examines the global dimensions of migration psychology, showing how migration shapes family life, policy frameworks, and processes of inclusion and exclusion. As the second volume of a two-part collection, it expands the focus beyond the United Kingdom to highlight the psychological experiences of migrants across diverse international contexts. Chapters explore themes of intergenerational separation, circular migration, language and identity, and the role of cultural practices in sustaining wellbeing. Grounded in psychology and in conversation with sociology, theology, and the arts, the volume demonstrates how migration is both a deeply personal journey and a systemic, political phenomenon. By foregrounding issues of family, belonging, faith, culture, and community, this book offers a timely, multidisciplinary contribution to migration studies. It will be essential reading for scholars, students, and practitioners interested in psychology, migration, diaspora, and the social dynamics of inclusion

Is the police service still a long-term career choice?: Perspectives of new recruits

Purpose: This article is timely due to the current high attrition of officers (National Police Chiefs Council, 2023) and will explore the literature surrounding retention and attrition of officers, the impact of this on trust and confidence, and the need to understand the reasons why officers join the service coupled with their expectations of the police as a long-term career (>10 years).Design/methodology/approach - This research will describe a study using a survey that examined views of 120 new recruits from 3 UK police forces on why they joined the service.Findings - It notes that many still see the police service as a long-term career and indicate little intention of leaving, raising further questions surrounding the reasons for the current high attrition rates. It concludes with where police forces could focus to improve retention, suggesting some reasons for the attrition such as low job satisfaction, poor welfare and organisation culture, and some practical suggestions as to where police forces could focus to improve retention.Research limitations/implications -Albeit this research was sent to a small sample (n = 127) and did not address shift work issues or welfare support, it will serve as a foundational pilot. The research initial findings can inform future studies with more detailed analyses and targeted strategies to enhance officer retention and public trust in the police force.Practical implications: The research aims to provide insights into how recruitment motivations and job satisfaction impact long-term retention.Social implications: This research highlights the significance of examining the reasons for new recruits joining the service, and of implementing retention strategies prioritising stability, officer support, and community engagement to cultivate a trusting relationship between the police and the public.Originality/valueThis study was designed to examine if current new police officers still view the police as a long-term career choice and to identify if their reasons for joining the service have changed with the current political climate of policing in the UK

Predicting marital adjustment in cancer patients:the impact of attachment styles, disease type, and stage on marital duration

IntroductionThis study examined the interplay between marital relationships and individual adjustment to cancer, considering the influence of attachment styles and marital duration under high-stress conditions.ObjectivesThis research aims to elucidate how these factors modulate the marital quality and the psychological well-being of individuals and their partners.MethodsA total of 312 participants, comprising 223 cancer patients and 89 partners, completed the Golombok-Rust Inventory of Marital State and the Adult Attachment Inventory. Linear mixed-effects models were used to analyze the relationships between marital adjustment, attachment styles, and marital duration.ResultsThe findings indicated that females diagnosed with cancer reported significantly poorer marital adjustment compared to their male counterparts (both p < .05). Notably, secure attachment was significantly positively associated with better marital adjustment (β = .18, p = .016), while ambivalent attachment was significantly negatively associated with worse marital adjustment (β = -.11, p = .029). These patterns persisted across both patients and their partners, with no significant differences based on sex. Additionally, the impact of attachment styles on marital adjustment did not vary significantly with marital duration (all p > .05).ConclusionsThese results underscore the complexity of the marital dynamics among couples confronting cancer. The data reveal that secure attachment enhances marital stability, whereas ambivalent attachment detracts from it, irrespective of the sex of the respondent or marital duration. This study adds to the body of literature by highlighting the nuanced ways in which attachment styles influence marital dynamics under the strain of cancer. The implications for clinical interventions emphasize the importance of fostering secure attachment behaviors in couples therapy, particularly in contexts involving significant health challenges