We use some essential cookies to make this website work.
We’d like to set additional cookies to understand how you use GOV.UK, remember your settings and improve government services.
We also use cookies set by other sites to help us deliver content from their services.
You have accepted additional cookies. You can change your cookie settings at any time.
You have rejected additional cookies. You can change your cookie settings at any time.
Departments, agencies and public bodies
News stories, speeches, letters and notices
Detailed guidance, regulations and rules
Reports, analysis and official statistics
Consultations and strategy
Data, Freedom of Information releases and corporate reports
Mandatory actions and guidance which His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service must complete for all victims eligible for services under the Victim Contact Scheme.
Use this service to find and view domestic homicide review documents that are available to the public.
Guidance on Independent Domestic Violence Advisers (IDVAs) issued under the Victims and Prisoners Act 2024.
When and how to request reconsideration of a Parole Board decision to release a prisoner.
How the residency and nationality requirements of the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme 2012 work.
Sources of support for victims and survivors of child sexual exploitation and abuse including group-based child sexual exploitation and abuse ('grooming gangs').
How to carry out a recovery needs assessment (RNA) for confirmed victims of modern slavery.
A guide to applying for compensation under the Victims of Overseas Terrorism Compensation Scheme.
Guidance for families bereaved by murder or manslaughter abroad.
The Domestic Homicide Sentencing Review undertaken by independent reviewer Clare Wade KC and the government response.
How potential victims of modern slavery, who are eligible, can claim a back payment of subsistence rates.
Information for victims about legislation changes to the Sexual Offences Act 2003 regarding notification for registered sex offenders.
A series of guides to help people understand the process of reporting a rape or sexual assault, what might happen after and what support is available.
An overview of resources to help victims of violent or sexual crime understand the parole process and their entitlements within the Victim Contact Scheme.
The Victims' Code posters and leaflet have been translated into multiple languages for accessibility.
Guidance on changes to the law governing non-disclosure agreements.
Guidance for businesses that wish to make an Impact Statement for Business (ISB).
Commencement of the Domestic Violence, Crime and Victims (Amendment) Act 2012 which comes into force on 2 July 2012.
Information for British nationals who are victims of rape or sexual assault in Spain, including Andorra.
Printable guide for support agencies and first responders to hand out to victims following an attack in the UK, highlighting available advice and assistance.
Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
To help us improve GOV.UK, we’d like to know more about your visit today. Please fill in this survey (opens in a new tab and requires JavaScript).