APPEAL
@appealcharity
A non-profit law practice committed to fighting miscarriages of justice and demanding reform of a broken justice system.
Tune in to Channel 4 at 10pm tonight to watch the story of APPEAL's client, Eddie Gilfoyle, featured in The Accused: Beyond Reasonable Doubt. Don't miss this powerful programme exploring Eddie's case and the fight for justice. #TheAccused #BeyondReasonableDoubt #Justice
Set your reminder: tune in to Channel 4 at 10pm tomorrow to watch the story of APPEAL's client, Eddie Gilfoyle, featured in The Accused: Beyond Reasonable Doubt. The programme examines Eddie's case and the ongoing pursuit of justice. Be sure to watch. #TheAccused #BeyondReasonableDoubt #Justice
Save the date: 7 Nov 2026 📅 CALA & APPEAL are hosting a conference on miscarriages of justice, featuring lawyers, campaigners, journalists and exonerees. Sign up for updates & booking details: appeal.org.uk/act-now/subs...
We’re taking part in the London Legal Walk. Help us raise funds for free legal support: londonlegalsupporttrust.enthuse.com/pf/appeal-ce...
Too many women face barriers to justice after conviction. This new guide from Appeal explains the criminal appeals process in clear, accessible terms — offering practical information and support for women seeking justice. Read the guide here: appeal.org.uk/seeking-just...
“I served 5.5 years for a crime I didn’t commit and spent nearly half a million proving my innocence-work the police should have done" - Brian Buckle Join the call for compensation for the wrongly convicted: shorturl.at/iwqQy
Seeking Justice: A Guide to Criminal Appeals for Women. A vital new resource from APPEAL, offering clear, practical, trauma-informed information on navigating criminal appeals — Help us reach more women and improve access to justice. Read and share: appeal.org.uk/seeking-just...
Andy lost 17 years of his life to a wrongful conviction. The real perpetrator has now been convicted—but the damage can never be undone. APPEAL helped uncover the truth and will keep fighting to stop this happening again. Support our work👇 appeal.org.uk/donate
APPEAL's Co-Director @MattFoot2 spoke at @gcnchambers Mark George KC Memorial Lecture at the University of Manchester on Tuesday. He discussed wrongful convictions, proposed changes to jury trials & miscarriages of justice.
Tune in to APPEAL's investigator James Burley on BBC Sounds, speaking after the conviction of Paul Quinn — and why this case exposes deep failures in the justice system. appeal.org.uk/this-could-h...
38 years in prison, for a crime he didn’t commit. When the system had a chance to fix it — it didn’t. With contributions from Matt Foot (APPEAL), The Observer UK's newscast “Unjust” tells the story. 🎧 appeal.org.uk/the-observer...
We joined Monday’s powerful APPG on Miscarriages of Justice and heard from Peter Sullivan, Justin Plummer & Oliver Campbell-all wrongly convicted. Under current law, none will receive compensation. This must change. ✍️ shorturl.at/EDjWK Photo:Justin Plummer #PayUp4TimeSpent
A quick look back: We were honoured to receive an award at UEL’s 50 Years in Law event last November, recognising our pro bono justice work. Huge thanks to UEL Legal Advice Centre and RDSBL
Hey everyone! 👋 This is our new Facebook page, so be sure to follow us here for updates. facebook.com/APPEALcharity/ All of our other social channels are the same pages, just with a new handle.
Day 3 of The Christmas Big Give! 🎄 We need your help to reach our target! Every donation makes a real impact. 👉 Donate now: donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
A win for legal aid is a win for justice. ⚖️ This step forward in appellate support ensures more people have access to the legal help they need. Read more: appeal.org.uk/a-win-for-le... #LegalAid #AccessToJustice #AppellateJustice
🎄 Day 2 of the Christmas Big Give! Your donation today can make double the impact thanks to matched funding. Join us and help make a difference this Christmas ❤️ 👉 Donate now: donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
✨ Big Give Week starts today! ✨ For one week only, every donation you make will be doubled by a match funder — meaning your generosity goes twice as far. 💙 If you’re able, please donate now and help us unlock vital support: 👉 donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
Proposals to restrict jury trials to only the most serious offences pose a serious threat to fairness and public participation in justice. Jury trials are a cornerstone of democracy — and must be protected. Read our stance 👇 appeal.org.uk/defend-our-j... #DefendOurJuries
Today is the first-ever #ChildrenWithAParentInPrisonDay. 💙 These children face huge challenges — they deserve our support & the chance to thrive. Read the blog by APPEAL’s Survivors’ Advocate here: appeal.org.uk/children-wit... @childrenhands.bsky.social
🎥 Earlier this week, Lord Berkeley raised the issue of joint enterprise in the context of the Sentencing Bill in the House of Lords. He cites the recent research by APPEAL, led by Dr Nisha Waller, Joint Enterprise on Trial. appeal.org.uk/jointenterpr...
Earlier this month, Abigal Rolling (aka Shit Lawyer) brought the laughs at a comedy gig to raise funds for our charity! 🎭 A HUGE thank you to Abby, Siobhan & sponsors: @mountfordchambers.bsky.social @angelcomedy.bsky.social @wegottickets.bsky.social #ComedyForACause
93% of wrongly convicted people are denied compensation under a law that flips “innocent until proven guilty.” Alastair Logan OBE fought for justice for decades—now he calls to scrap this brutal test. ✍️ Add your name: appeal.org.uk/act-now/compensation-postcard
We’re hiring a Lawyer! Join APPEAL and help fight miscarriages of justice. 📄 Details: appeal.org.uk/careers/
Ricky Tomlinson is standing up for justice — and so can you. The brutal test for compensation has gone on too long. Join Ricky and sign to show your support today. ✍️ 👉 appeal.org.uk/act-now/comp... #JusticeForAll #SupportTheCause #RickyTomlinson #PayUp4TimeSpent
JOIN THE FIGHT FOR JUSTICE APPEAL is hiring: ✊🏽 Racial Justice Lawyer 📚 Racial Justice Researcher Help overturn wrongful convictions & challenge racial injustice in the legal system. Apply now 👉 appeal.org.uk/careers #JusticeForAll #RacialJustice #LegalCareers
Justice must be fair — and funded. Between 2016–2024, fewer than 7% of those wrongfully convicted received compensation. This is a systemic failure. Join APPEAL in advocating for change. 🔗 appeal.org.uk/compensation #PayUp4TimeSpent
Shit Lawyer: Comedy for a Cause 🎭 One night only! Abigail Rolling’s ★★★★ Fringe hit Shit Lawyer comes to The Bill Murray (Sun 2 Nov, 5:30pm) raising funds for APPEAL. 🎟️ Tickets: bit.ly/ShitLawyerfo...
🚨 New Report Out! APPEAL’s Impact Report 2024-25 is here: appeal.org.uk/impact-repor...
The 2025 BBI Retreat in May brought our members together for a weekend of rest, reflection & healing. 🌿 It was a space to re-energise and connect. Read all about it here 👉 appeal.org.uk/bbi-retreat-... Thank you @tnlcommunityfund.org.uk for making this happen!