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Wrongly convicted people will no longer face having “saved living costs” deducted from compensation payments following an update to guidance made today (Sunday 6 August).
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
Victims of rape and sexual violence will be better supported following a £26 million investment in specialist services across England and Wales announced today (3 August).
Stricter rules to govern how police use cautions will ensure they should only be used for minor, first-time offences under a new code of practice published today (2 August).
Up to £8.3 million of funding has been granted to 55 organisations providing support to victims of abuse, including counselling, training and community outreach.
Streamlined service available to everyone in September 2023
Controlling ex-partners who lash out at the end of their relationship will face longer than ever behind bars under new government plans to tackle domestic homicide.
Government delivers on pledge to return number of cases reaching court to 2016 levels.
Abusers who share intimate images without consent to face up to 6 months in prison.
Rape victims will be given the opportunity to meet the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) staff involved in their case ahead of a trial in the latest move to guide them through the criminal justice system.
Homicide Service expanded to support more people impacted by homicide and tragedies such as Grenfell Tower fire.
Over 6 million more people now eligible for legal aid advice and representation.
Man’s 40 destinations of deception read like an A-Z, including several locations in the South East.
The government has committed to a redress scheme for victims and survivors of child sexual abuse.
New offence for encouraging serious self-harm with perpetrators facing 5 years behind bars.
Victims and Prisoners Bill will stop unnecessary and invasive access to personal materials such as therapy notes.
Up to £39 million has been allocated to 50 projects across England and Wales to protect victims from domestic abuse and stalking.
The UK invites project proposals to reduce trafficking of Romanians to the UK and strengthen responses to MSHT in Romania, focusing on prevention, support and building capability.
People who work with children will be legally required to report child sexual abuse or face sanctions under new plans unveiled by the Home Secretary.
Report finds process less intimidating and yields better evidence.
Victims’ experiences to be transformed through new Victims and Prisoners Bill.
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