The Observer

Unjust: How the Court of Appeal failed an innocent man

13 April 2026

In this episode of The Slow Newscast, Ceri Thomas revisits the case of Peter Sullivan - the man who spent 38 years in prison for a crime he did not commit.

Featuring contributions from Matt Foot, Co-Director of APPEAL, the episode explores not only a devastating miscarriage of justice, but a troubling look at what happens when the system responsible for correcting wrongful convictions falls short.

With a focus on the role of the Court of Appeal, Unjust raises urgent questions about accountability, oversight, and the barriers faced by those fighting to clear their names.

🎧 Listen to Unjust

 Read the article

Read more from APPEAL >>>

Trew’s Law – Press Release

APPEAL and the University of York Launch Trew’s Law APPEAL and the University of York Launch Trew’s Law: The Case…

Trew’s Law

Trew’s Law Establishing an Automatic Review of Convictions Linked to Imprisoned Police Officers September 2026 JOIN THE CALL FOR TREW’S…

 

Donate

Media Enquiries
Subscribe to Newsletter
Get Legal Help 
Complaints Policy

72-75 Red Lion Street (6th Floor)
London, WC1R 4NA

07735 434268
mail@appeal.org.uk

 

APPEAL is the working name of the Centre for Criminal Appeals, a Charitable Company Limited By Guarantee and a law practice authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.

Registered Charity Number: 1144162 | SRA Authorisation Number: 621184 | Company Number: 07556168