When the UK\'s only Romany Gypsy Magistrate, Shay Clipson tried to stop the bullying of her child, she found the local police reluctant to intervene, even when Shay pointed out that she was a Magistrate and as such she knew there were laws to protect her child.
Ms Clipson\'s daughter has been thrown into the traffic amid racist taunts, had cigarettes stubbed out in her hair, she has been spat on, beaten and kicked unconscious on the school playing field while others recorded this on their mobile phones and then posted the assault on YOUTUBE.
When Shay Clipson criticised the police for their reluctance to help, and queried why, she found her career as a magistrate ended. It was said that because she raised her involvement with the magistracy and criticised the police it was said \"Ms Clipson cannot be trusted to do her job\".
Shay Clipson is one of the few positive role models from the Gypsy community and so it creates a bad impression or president, if when someone from the Gypsy community takes on a role such as Magistrate, they are then rejected at the first opportunity.
We ask Gordon Brown, and the Office of Judicial Complaints to reconsider in favour of Shay Clipson. Posted by The Gypsy Council Ltd.
The feedback regarding Shay Clipson's dismissal continues to reveal a deep frustration with how justice is administered in these circumstances. I am currently coordinating with legal advocates to ensure our arguments reach the appropriate oversight committees. Your dedication to this cause remains a vital component of our ongoing efforts.
June 20, 2008
The momentum behind this petition highlights a significant public refusal to accept the unfair treatment of Shay Clipson. This surge in interest confirms that justice remains a priority for those who recognize the importance of her role.
Reached 100 supporters
June 20, 2008
6 Comments
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Mark Saleh
18 years ago
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The police failed her and her daughter. Now they punish her for speaking up? Disgraceful.
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Sarah Gutierrez
18 years ago
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This is completely wrong. Where is the justice for the victim here? Seems like they just wanted her gone.
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Dave Phillips
18 years ago
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DISGUSTING. bullying is bad enough but the way the system treated her is worse.
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John Ford
18 years ago
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Total corruption. If she was anyone else they would have listened to her. Bring her back.
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Tina Ryan
18 years ago
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Hope she gets her job back soon. Nobody should be fired for wanting their kid to be safe at school.
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Elena Jackson
18 years ago
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She was just being a mother trying to protect her child. They should be ashamed of themselves for taking her career away.
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When the UK\'s only Romany Gypsy Magistrate, Shay Clipson tried to stop the bullying of her child, she found the local police reluctant to intervene, even when Shay pointed out that she was a Magistrate and as such she knew there were laws to protect her child.
Ms Clipson\'s daughter has been thrown into the traffic amid racist taunts, had cigarettes stubbed out in her hair, she has been spat on, beaten and kicked unconscious on the school playing field while others recorded this on their mobile phones and then posted the assault on YOUTUBE.
When Shay Clipson criticised the police for their reluctance to help, and queried why, she found her career as a magistrate ended. It was said that because she raised her involvement with the magistracy and criticised the police it was said \"Ms Clipson cannot be trusted to do her job\".
Shay Clipson is one of the few positive role models from the Gypsy community and so it creates a bad impression or president, if when someone from the Gypsy community takes on a role such as Magistrate, they are then rejected at the first opportunity.
We ask Gordon Brown, and the Office of Judicial Complaints to reconsider in favour of Shay Clipson. Posted by The Gypsy Council Ltd.
The feedback regarding Shay Clipson's dismissal continues to reveal a deep frustration with how justice is administered in these circumstances. I am currently coordinating with legal advocates to ensure our arguments reach the appropriate oversight committees. Your dedication to this cause remains a vital component of our ongoing efforts.
June 20, 2008
The momentum behind this petition highlights a significant public refusal to accept the unfair treatment of Shay Clipson. This surge in interest confirms that justice remains a priority for those who recognize the importance of her role.
Reached 100 supporters
June 20, 2008
6 Comments
M
Mark Saleh
18 years ago
Featured
The police failed her and her daughter. Now they punish her for speaking up? Disgraceful.
S
Sarah Gutierrez
18 years ago
Featured
This is completely wrong. Where is the justice for the victim here? Seems like they just wanted her gone.
D
Dave Phillips
18 years ago
Featured
DISGUSTING. bullying is bad enough but the way the system treated her is worse.
J
John Ford
18 years ago
Featured
Total corruption. If she was anyone else they would have listened to her. Bring her back.
T
Tina Ryan
18 years ago
Featured
Hope she gets her job back soon. Nobody should be fired for wanting their kid to be safe at school.
E
Elena Jackson
18 years ago
Featured
She was just being a mother trying to protect her child. They should be ashamed of themselves for taking her career away.
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The police failed her and her daughter. Now they punish her for speaking up? Disgraceful.