Sharon Hartles - The Open University - Publications - Crimes of the powerful
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Primodos 2023: Fighting Against the Odds - A Denied Opportunity for Justice
In this article, Sharon Hartles highlights the high-profile legal battle involving numerous Primodos-affected claimants against pharmaceutical companies and the government. The court ruled against the claimants, dismissing their claims related to hormone pregnancy tests and foetal harm. This decision led to disappointment and criticism from advocates, MPs, and academics involved in the Primodos scandal.
Sharon Hartles is affiliated with the Risky Hormones research project, which is an international collaboration in partnership with patient groups. Additionally, she is a member of the Harm and Evidence Research Collaborative at the Open University.
Bhopal 2023: Unfinished Business – Justice Denied?
In this article, Sharon Hartles explores the Supreme Court of India's decision to dismiss the long-standing legal battle over the Bhopal disaster settlement, marking a crucial moment in the pursuit of justice. As the 40th anniversary fast approaches, this preventable tragedy serves as a reminder of the importance of human lives over profit.
Sharon Hartles is a member of the Open University’s Harm and Evidence Research Collaborative and is a member of the British Society of Criminology.
Sharon Hartles presents evidence that supports the Association for Children Damaged by Hormone Pregnancy Tests (ACDHPT) in their legal action against the British government and Bayer, a multinational pharmaceutical company. Despite the obstacles faced by the Primodos-affected families, they continue to fight for justice.
Sharon Hartles is affiliated with the Risky Hormones research project, which is an international collaboration in partnership with patient groups. Additionally, she is a member of the Harm and Evidence Research Collaborative at the Open University.
Sharon Hartles reflects upon the events that have unfolded since the publications of the Independent Medicines and Medical Devices Safety Review, First Do No Harm report and the Department of Health and Social Care, Government response to the report of the Independent Medicines and Medical Devices Safety Review. She sheds light on the ongoing debacle over the government's pledge in fulfilling their policy recommendations. Sharon Hartles is a member of the Open University’s Harm and Evidence Research Collaborative.
Sharon Hartles examines Robbie Powell’s Injustice and in doing so unveils Will and Diane’s (Robbie Powell’s parents) relentless pursuit for truth, justice and accountability. Sharon Hartles is a member of the Open University’s Harm and Evidence Research Collaborative.
Sharon Hartles examines the UK Government’s response in relation to the implementation of the recommendations set out in the Independent Medicines and Medical Devices Safety Review, First Do No Harm report. She explores how the Government’s response has impacted on those allegedly harmed by the side effects of Primodos, Mesh and Sodium Valproate. Sharon Hartles is a member of the Open University’s Harm and Evidence Research Collaborative.
Sharon Hartles reflects upon the significant impacts of avoidable harms that have been perpetuated for decades as a result of medical negligence on behalf of the regulator (Committee on Safety of Medicines) that advised the UK Licensing Authority on the safety of medicines and the manufacturer of Epilim (Sanofi). Sharon Hartles is a member of the Open University’s Harm and Evidence Research Collaborative.
Sharon Hartles critically discusses how the Vagrancy Act 1824 has been implemented to target and criminalise the most vulnerable members of society. In doing so, she sheds light on why almost 200 years after its enactment, this piece of legislation must be repealed. Sharon Hartles is a member of the Open University’s Harm and Evidence Research Collaborative.
Sharon Hartles critically discusses the harmful impacts of mesh medical devices against the backdrop of disempowerment, denial and half-truths. Sharon Hartles was awarded an MA in Crime and Justice (with distinction) from The Open University and is a member of the Harm and Evidence Research Collaborative.
Sharon Hartles and Dan McCulloch explore the potential impact of new immigration rules for non-UK nationals sleeping rough in the UK. Sharon Hartles is a member of The Open University's Harm and Evidence Research Collaborative (HERC) and also a member of the British Society of Criminology. Dan McCulloch is a Lecturer in Criminology and Social Policy at The Open University.
Sharon Hartles critically reflects on the year 2020 and explores the shifting approach towards rough sleepers within an unprecedented global pandemic. Sharon Hartles is a member of The Open University's Harm and Evidence Research Collaborative (HERC) and also a member of the British Society of Criminology.
Sharon Hartles critically examines the journey so far towards the implementation of the remaining eight recommendations set out in the landmark publication of the Medicines and Medical Devices Safety Review First Do No Harm report in July 2020. Furthermore, she explores the wider impacts this publication has set into motion. Sharon Hartles is a member of The Open University's Harm and Evidence Research Collaborative (HERC) and also a member of the British Society of Criminology.
Sharon Hartles reflects upon the significant impacts of avoidable harms that have been perpetuated for decades through a culture of denial and an absence of state and corporate pharmaceutical accountability. Sharon Hartles is a member of The Open University's Harm and Evidence Research Collaborative (HERC) and also a member of the British Society of Criminology.
Sharon Hartles and Liam Miles examine the significance of corporate criminality and leverage through the business activities of a Canadian multi-national company. Sharon Hartles is a member of The Open University's Harm and Evidence Research Collaborative (HERC) and also a member of the British Society of Criminology. Liam Miles is a Second Year BA (Hons) Criminology student at Birmingham City University.
Unmasking ineffectiveness of the Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007 exposes thirteen years of corporate killings, resulting from an unenforceable rule of law.
On the 35th anniversary of the Bhopal ‘disaster, focus is upon those who have avoided justice. In the pursuit of profit; corporations disregarded health and safety with impunity and appear untouchable…
Grenfell, two years on, amidst the layering of contempt shown to the survivors and bereaved families, the fight for truth, justice and accountability continues.
In 2008, a National Apology was offered on behalf of the Australian Government to the Indigenous people of Australia, particularly for the Stolen Generations. Although the apology was constructed under the guise of reconciliation, it represented a shift in political discourse with regards to strategies of governance. Over a decade later there is much unfinished business which needs to be addressed in the move towards Indigenous justice and a united Australia.
In the UK, following the financial crisis of 2007 – 2008, the government response took the form of austerity measures. This has had far reaching implications, one of which being the punitive shift towards the criminalisation of vulnerable and marginalised people within society, such as those affected by homelessness.
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Sharon Hartles - The Open University - Publications - Crimes of the powerful
Primodos 2023: Fighting Against the Odds - A Denied Opportunity for Justice
In this article, Sharon Hartles highlights the high-profile legal battle involving numerous Primodos-affected claimants against pharmaceutical companies and the government. The court ruled against the claimants, dismissing their claims related to hormone pregnancy tests and foetal harm. This decision led to disappointment and criticism from advocates, MPs, and academics involved in the Primodos scandal.
Sharon Hartles is affiliated with the Risky Hormones research project, which is an international collaboration in partnership with patient groups. Additionally, she is a member of the Harm and Evidence Research Collaborative at the Open University.
This article was published by:
The European Group for the Study of Deviance and Social Control (October Newsletter - pages 8,9,10,11,12, 13) 12/10/23
This article was published by:
The Centre for the Study of Crime, Criminalisation and Social Exclusion 06/10/23
This article can be viewed on:
The Patient Safety Learning Hub 26/09/23
This article was originally published on:
The Open University, Research Centre, Harm & Evidence Research Collaborative 19/09/23
The Open University, Research Centre, HERC Blogs
Bhopal 2023: Unfinished Business – Justice Denied?
The Open University, Research Centre, Harm & Evidence Research Collaborative 12/09/23
The Open University, Research Centre, HERC Blogs
Primodos 2023: The Fights for Justice Continues for the Association For Children Damaged by Hormone Pregnancy Tests
The European Group for the Study of Deviance and Social Control (April Newsletter - pages 4,5,6,7,8) 30/04/23
Sharon Hartles presents evidence that supports the Association for Children Damaged by Hormone Pregnancy Tests (ACDHPT) in their legal action against the British government and Bayer, a multinational pharmaceutical company. Despite the obstacles faced by the Primodos-affected families, they continue to fight for justice.
Sharon Hartles is affiliated with the Risky Hormones research project, which is an international collaboration in partnership with patient groups. Additionally, she is a member of the Harm and Evidence Research Collaborative at the Open University.
Robbie Powell: Time for Truth, Justice and Accountability
https://www.pslhub.org/learn/investigations-risk-management-and-legal-issues/robbie-powell-time-for-truth-justice-and-accountability-sharon-hartles-august-2021-r5020/ (17.08.21)
Robbie Powell: Time for Truth, Justice and Accountability
https://sharonhartles.weebly.com/robbie-powell-time-for-truth-justice-and-accountability-sharon-hartles.html (11.08.21)
http://www.open.ac.uk/researchcentres/herc/blog/
Sharon Hartles examines Robbie Powell’s Injustice and in doing so unveils Will and Diane’s (Robbie Powell’s parents) relentless pursuit for truth, justice and accountability. Sharon Hartles is a member of the Open University’s Harm and Evidence Research Collaborative.
Primodos, Mesh and Sodium Valproate: Recommendations and the UK Government's response
http://www.european-group.org/2021/09/06/primodos-mesh-and-sodium-valproate-recommendations-and-the-uk-governments-response/ Activism Watchlist (08.09.21)
Primodos, Mesh and Sodium Valproate: Recommendations and the UK Government's response
https://ccseljmu.wordpress.com/2021/09/02/primodos-mesh-and-sodium-valproate-recommendations-and-the-uk-governments-response/ (02.09.21)
Primodos, Mesh and Sodium Valproate: Recommendations and the UK Government's response
https://www.pslhub.org/learn/improving-patient-safety/primodos-mesh-and-sodium-valproate-recommendations-and-the-uk-government%E2%80%99s-response-sharon-hartles-august-2021-r4980/ (09.08.21)
Primodos, Mesh and Sodium Valproate: Recommendations and the UK Government's response
https://www.open.ac.uk/researchcentres/herc/blog/primodos-mesh-and-sodium-valproate-recommendations-and-uk-government%E2%80%99s-response (06.08.21)
Primodos, Mesh and Sodium Valproate: Recommendations and the UK Government's response
http://www.open.ac.uk/researchcentres/herc/blog/
Sodium Valproate: The Fetal Valproate Syndrome Tragedy
https://ccseljmu.wordpress.com/2021/06/18/sodium-valproate-the-fetal-valproate-syndrome-tragedy/ (18.06.21)
Sodium Valproate: The Fetal Valproate Syndrome Tragedy
https://infactuk.com/2021/06/14/999/ (14.06.21)
Sodium Valproate: The Fetal Valproate Syndrome Tragedy
https://www.pslhub.org/learn/patient-safety-in-health-and-care/womens-health/sodium-valproate-the-fetal-valproate-syndrome-tragedy-r4746/ (11.06.21)
Sodium Valproate: The Fetal Valproate Syndrome Tragedy
https://www.facebook.com/TheFacsSyndromeAssociation/ (09.06.21)
Sodium Valproate: The Fetal Valproate Syndrome Tragedy
https://www.open.ac.uk/researchcentres/herc/blog/sodium-valproate-fetal-valproate-syndrome-tragedy (09.06.21)
Vagrancy Act 1824: Consign it to history !
https://crimetobepoor.org/news/ (21.05.21)
Vagrancy Act 1824: Consign it to history !
https://www.open.ac.uk/researchcentres/herc/blog/vagrancy-act-1824-consign-it-history (11.05.21)
http://www.open.ac.uk/researchcentres/herc/blog/
Sharon Hartles critically discusses how the Vagrancy Act 1824 has been implemented to target and criminalise the most vulnerable members of society. In doing so, she sheds light on why almost 200 years after its enactment, this piece of legislation must be repealed. Sharon Hartles is a member of the Open University’s Harm and Evidence Research Collaborative.
Mesh: Denial, half-truths and the harms
https://www.pslhub.org/learn/patient-safety-in-health-and-care/womens-health/mesh-denial-half-truths-and-the-harms-march-2021-r4264/ (23.03.21)
Mesh: Denial, half-truths and the harms
https://www.open.ac.uk/researchcentres/herc/blog/mesh-denial-half-truths-and-harms (20.03.21)
http://www.open.ac.uk/researchcentres/herc/blog/
Sharon Hartles critically discusses the harmful impacts of mesh medical devices against the backdrop of disempowerment, denial and half-truths. Sharon Hartles was awarded an MA in Crime and Justice (with distinction) from The Open University and is a member of the Harm and Evidence Research Collaborative.
Primodos: The first step towards justice https://oucriminology.wordpress.com/2020/07/21/primodos-the-first-step-towards-justice/ (21.07.2020)
Sharon Hartles reflects upon the significant impacts of avoidable harms that have been perpetuated for decades through a culture of denial and an absence of state and corporate pharmaceutical accountability. Sharon Hartles is a member of The Open University's Harm and Evidence Research Collaborative (HERC) and also a member of the British Society of Criminology.
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