New rules to protect sex assault victims’ privacy – BBC News
‘Victims of sexual offences have been promised less invasion into their private lives under changes to how evidence is gathered for trials.’
BBC News, 26th May 2022
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Category: victims
Plans to put victims back at the centre of justice system published – Ministry of Justice
‘Draft legislation published today by the Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab will pave the way for the first ever Victims’ Law – putting their needs and voices firmly at the heart of the justice system.’
Ministry of Justice, 25th May 2022
Source: www.gov.uk
What Is Modern Slavery And Are Victims Being Failed? – Each Other
‘Despite protections under the Modern Slavery Act (2015), victims of modern slavery in the UK are still struggling to access support, or to be recognised as victims at all. In the first three months of 2021, almost 3,000 potential victims were referred to the Home Office. According to a recent Freedom of Information (FOI) request filed by EachOther to the Home Office, between January and September 2021, immigration authorities detained 229 people who were identified as possible victims of modern slavery. Now, charities have raised concerns over the government’s approach to children exploited by drug trafficking gangs and migrant victims of modern slavery, who may be detained and deported if identified.’
Each Other, 23rd May 2022
Source: eachother.org.uk
Raab promises to put victims ‘firmly at heart of justice system’ – The Independent
‘The Government has promised to put the “needs and voices” of victims “firmly at the heart of the justice system” with a series of legal reforms.’
The Independent, 25th May 2022
Source: www.independent.co.uk
Third of revenge porn cases dropped by victims – The Independent
‘More than a third of revenge porn cases are dropped by victims despite a suspect being identified, figures show.’
The Independent, 16th May 2022
Source: www.independent.co.uk
Victims waiting years for justice as system operates at “unacceptable levels”, watchdogs say – The Independent
‘Too many victims are waiting years for justice as the system operates at “unacceptable levels” following Covid restrictions, a report has found. A joint probe by the inspectorates for police, prosecutors, prisons and probation said the government had failed to fully mitigate risks it identified last year.’
The Independent, 17th May 2022
Source: www.independent.co.uk
New protections for rape victims available at more Crown Courts – Ministry of Justice
‘More victims of rape and sexual offences will be spared the stress of being cross-examined in court under a measure rolled out to a further 14 locations today (12 May 2022).’
Ministry of Justice, 12th May 2022
Source: www.gov.uk
‘Entitled’ former world darts champion jailed for two years for sexual assault – The Independent
‘Former world darts champion Ted Hankey has been jailed for two years for a sexual assault caught on camera.’
The Independent, 12th May 2022
Source: www.independent.co.uk
Pilot scheme paves way for victims’ right to attend Parole Board hearings – The Independent
‘Victims could attend full Parole Board hearings for criminals hoping to be freed from jail for the first time as early as next month.’
The Independent, 4th May 2022
Source: www.independent.co.uk
Unequal Protection for LGBT+ Victims of Domestic Abuse – Oxford Human Rights Hub
‘Almost a decade ago, on 16 July 2012, Mr C was killed by his boyfriend, Mr Y. Pursuant to the Domestic Violence Crime and Victims Act 2004, local authorities conducted a review into the circumstances of C’s death. According to the Review, Mr C had been assaulted over a period of months and probably years. He had seen multiple health professionals in the last years of his life, none of whom had picked up on the signs of abuse or asked about it.’
Oxford Human Rights Hub, 27th April 2022
Source: ohrh.law.ox.ac.uk
Hampshire football coach Alfie Morel jailed for child sex attacks – BBC News
‘A football coach who sexually abused boys after grooming them through online gaming and relentless messages has been jailed for 15 years and 10 months.’
BBC News, 23rd April 2022
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Post Office scandal victims still waiting for compensation – BBC News
‘A year since wrongful convictions of subpostmasters were first overturned, most say they are no closer to agreeing a financial compensation settlement.’
BBC News, 23rd April 2022
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Sexual offence victims face longest-ever court waits – BBC News
‘Recent cases involving serious sexual offences have taken the longest time on record to go through Crown Courts in England and Wales, the BBC has found.’
BBC News, 25th April 2022
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Stephen Port victims’ families ‘sceptical’ of police reforms – The Independent
‘A lawyer representing the victims of Stephen Port has said they remain sceptical about proposed policing reforms to how unexplained deaths are reported.’
The Independent, 21st April 2022
Source: www.independent.co.uk
Rape victims failed by UK criminal courts are being forced to seek justice elsewhere – The Guardian
‘With prosecutions at an all-time low, some women are turning to civil courts – but the process can be difficult and expensive.’
The Guardian, 19th April 2022
Source: www.theguardian.com
Rochdale grooming: Abused women receive police damages – BBC News
‘Three women who were groomed, raped and abused by gangs of men in Rochdale have received “substantial” damages and an apology from Greater Manchester Police.’
BBC News, 12th April 2022
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Dorset, West Mercia and Bedfordshire police told to improve – BBC News
‘A watchdog has ordered three police forces to improve how they investigate crime and respond to the public.’
BBC News, 13th April 2022
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
David Fuller: Head of inquiry says investigations will be ‘thorough’ – BBC News
‘The man leading the independent inquiry into David Fuller’s “awful” mortuary abuses said those who do not cooperate will be publicly named.’
BBC News, 11th April 2022
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Supporting male victims of crimes considered violence against women and girls – Family Law
‘The Home Office has published a document setting out the government’s position on and work to support male victims of crimes considered violence against women and girls. The document says: “The term ‘violence against women and girls’ refers to acts of violence or abuse that we know disproportionately affect women and girls. These crimes include – and are not limited to – rape, sexual violence, domestic abuse, stalking, ‘honour’-based abuse including forced marriage, ‘revenge porn’, and the harms associated with sex work and prostitution. These crimes have profound and long-lasting physical and mental health impacts and have absolutely no place in our society. The use of this term cannot and should not negate the experiences of, or provisions for, male victims of these crimes.” ‘
Family Law, 11th April 2022
Source: www.familylaw.co.uk
Rape prosecution plan lacks ambition, say MPs – BBC News
‘Stronger reforms to England and Wales’ criminal justice system are needed to tackle the “shocking” collapse in rape prosecutions, a report by MPs says.’
BBC News, 12th April 2022
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
