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Cowards who kill their partners with sexual violence will face longer behind bars as the government continues to clamp down on domestic abuse against women.
The Lord Chancellor, Alex Chalk, has today (16 October 2023) confirmed plans to appoint Baroness Newlove as the government’s interim Victim’s Commissioner.
Victims will no longer be prevented from accessing support or legal advice under plans to crack down on the misuse of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs).
Government delivers on pledge to return number of cases reaching court to 2016 levels.
Includes criminal injuries compensation and other victim support
Information for British nationals who have been affected by rape or sexual assault abroad, including how to contact the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, and how to access medical attention and legal advice when returning to the UK.
This research reviewed current practice and existing evidence on victims’ support needs, outcome measurement and quality assurance.
The government has relaunched the recruitment process for the Victims’ Commissioner in line with the standard public appointments process.
A consultation on improving the Code of Practice for Victims of Crime.
Stalking victims have been urged to report offending swiftly and with confidence to prevent the risk of further harm during National Stalking Awareness Week.
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
This bill ensures that the cruelty of killers who refuse to disclose the location of a victim’s remains must be considered by the Parole Board when assessing release.
Get free support and advice if you’ve been a victim of crime.
This consultation seeks to understand how victims can be better supported through and beyond the criminal justice process across England and Wales.
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