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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.
Victims of serious crimes committed by those with mental disorders will be able to explain in their own words the impact the offence has had on them.
Get help if you're a victim or witness who needs to give evidence in court. Find out how to review your statement, protection you can get in court and how to claim expenses.
Criminal Legal Aid Manual updated to explain the process for applications for partially convicted defendants to pay a proportion of their costs.
What to do if you're a victim (or family member of a victim) of a violent or sexual offence committed by a person detained under the Mental Health Act. (T118)
If you're the victim of serious crime by someone detained because of mental illness, you can ask that they have to obey conditions on their release
What to do if you think you are a victim of identity theft or fraud, and what signs to look out for.
Guidance and resources to help agencies and practitioners who work with victims and witnesses.
A guide to applying for compensation under the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme.
A guide to applying for a payment from the Hardship Fund. The fund helps low paid workers who are 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.
The role of the Victims’ Commissioner is to promote the interests of victims and witnesses, encourage good practice in their treatment, and regularly review the Code of Practice for Victims which sets out the services victims can expect to receive....
If you're a UK resident and have been injured because of a violent crime abroad, you can usually apply for compensation
From 1 October 2014, the majority of support services for victims will be provided at a local level by Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs).
Survivors can be ostracized from their communities, shunned by their families, denied justice and cut off from support networks. This can prevent community reconciliation and wider post-conflict stabilisation which is why the focus of the PSVI over the coming years...
Guidance for professionals on how to effectively challenge victim blaming language and behaviours and advice on best practice.
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