The unfairness and injustice to which so many Britons are subjected often feels like someone is spitting in my face.

A few minutes ago, I was composing a letter to someone and found myself explaining something, and then found myself wanting to dive into the issue. It made me realise that there is probably a need in the UK for an organisation of smart volunteers – a bit like the Innocence project in the US – that carries out research and investigations for various cases that need more support but are hampered by a lack of funds.

So I did a web search. First I found an organisation that often holds marches in the UK and is generally shunned (and later became banned by the government). Then I found the Bar Pro Bono Unit. It is a charity which helps to find pro bono (free) legal assistance from volunteer barristers.

I also found the National Pro Bono Centre, with links to additional organisations.

The UK has its own Innocence Project. It was started in 2004.

Here in Portsmouth, the university’s law school carries out various pro bono activities.