Vulnerable Witnesses and Defendants in Criminal Proceedings Bonnie McBride The interest of this work

The interest of this work lies in the blending of truth and myth in the narratives told by a traumatized community emerging from the floodwaters

and trauma- and stressor-related disorders

- part three presents biographical entries describing in more personal terms women's struggle for political equality

The Encyclopedia of Media and Politics in America explores the intersection of media and politics

when "we finally do know what we have and what we have to lose

Vulnerable Witnesses and Defendants in Criminal Proceedings Bonnie McBride The interest of this workImprovements have been made through the increased use of support measures such as intermediaries and recorded testimony to facilitate the evidence of complainants. In addition, the courts have attempted to ensure that the most vulnerable defendants can participate more fully in criminal proceedings. However, confusing and complex legislation and practices are difficult to negotiate. This book sets out the issues in a practical and immediate manner