Today, a hearing at the Court of Appeal may define the future of civil disobedience. As a string of climate activist trials reach the courts, a defence used to acquit many of those charged could soon be cut off.
Director of Mary Monson Solicitors Joseph Kotrie-Monson said justice is a "bitter pill" for criminal defendants, but that it must "be seen to be done".
The case of Lucy Letby, the worst child homicide case since the Moors Murders, has led to feelings of horror, disgust and anger across the nation and even abroad where it has also been reported.