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The Home Secretary, Priti Patel, writes to the Domestic Abuse Commissioner and the Victims Commissioner about the government response to COVID-19.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
The paper, prompted by high profile cases of sexual grooming in towns like Rochdale and Rotherham, sets out academic evidence on characteristics of group-based offending.
Almost £4.4 billion will be invested to increase court capacity, create prison places, and support victims following yesterday’s spending review.
New technology which spares vulnerable victims and witnesses the trauma of attending court is now available in every Crown Court across England and Wales.
Ministers have today (18 November 2020) confirmed a major funding boost for victims of rape and domestic abuse as services face dealing with greater demand this winter.
New campaign to protect children launched as tougher restrictions come into effect
The joint Home Office and Ministry of Justice fund will support national charities that work with children and adults who have experienced child sexual abuse.
Government's response to the transparency in supply chains consultation sets out new measures to hold businesses and public bodies accountable for tackling modern slavery.
Vulnerable victims and witnesses will be spared the trauma of attending court as technology allowing pre-recording of evidence sessions is rolled out across London and Kent today (24 August 2020).
British Embassy Warsaw is taking part in a campaign aimed at informing about the risks of becoming a victim of modern slavery.
Victims of terror atrocities at home and overseas are to benefit from a new dedicated compensation scheme under government plans to boost the support offered to people injured by violent crime.
New 5 year contract will ensure better safeguarding of modern slavery victims.
Victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence are benefiting from £22 million of emergency funding to help organisations providing support during the pandemic.
Survivors of domestic abuse and their children will receive greater protections after the government today (25 June 2020) announced an overhaul of how the family courts deal with the horrific crime.
How to apply for compensation if you were a victim of the incident in Reading on 20 June 2020
Access to websites supporting some of the most vulnerable victims of crime will be free of charge during the coronavirus pandemic, thanks to a new deal brokered by the Government.
Victims of crime will have greater access to support during the coronavirus pandemic after a funding boost for charity helplines and online services.
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Changes to the Victim Surcharge which are due to take effect on offences committed on or after 14 April 2020.
Criminals will be forced to make a greater financial contribution towards victim support services under new legislation unveiled by the government today (18 March 2020).
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