UK to wipe women's historic convictions for homosexuality
Women convicted for some same-sex activity in the United Kingdom can apply for a pardon for the first time, the Home Office has announced.
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Women convicted for some same-sex activity in the United Kingdom can apply for a pardon for the first time, the Home Office has announced.
Moves to make more people eligible to be pardoned for historical crimes linked to homosexual activity have come into force.From Tuesday, anyone convicted or cautioned for abolished offences linked to same sex activity can apply for their records to b...
The scheme will now allow anyone convicted under any repealed or abolished offences, including more armed forces veterans, to apply.
Under the changes, women will also be eligible to apply for the scheme.
Under the changes, women will also be eligible to apply for the scheme.