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A statement from the Home Secretary in response to the sentencing of the perpetrator of the horrific Southport attack.
Young adults who fall victim to crime will be better supported through a new Government campaign.
More victims will be empowered to have their cases independently reviewed, as the Home Secretary unveils further action to tackle grooming gangs.
How to apply for compensation if you were a victim of the terrorist attack in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA, on 1 January 2025.
Victims of antisocial behaviour are to get better information and access to support.
The government’s response to the Victims’ Commissioner’s recommendations in their 2023 Annual Victims’ Survey.
Jealous ex-partners and murderers who use their hands as weapons to strangle victims face severe prison sentences under new laws set to be brought in by the government.
Victims of modern slavery will be better supported in fresh measures unveiled by the government.
Understanding how the state of the art in current science could help further revolutionise solving crime.
How to apply for compensation if you were a victim of recent terrorist attacks in either Mozambique or Mogadishu, Somalia.
Victims and witnesses of crime will benefit from improved waiting rooms in 10 court buildings across England and Wales.
Frontline staff laid bare the challenges they face in helping victims navigate the criminal justice system during a visit from the new Minister for Victims, Alex Davies-Jones.
Those using courts in and near Blackpool are set to benefit from bolstered capacity and easier access to services, the government announced today (21 May 2024).
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
Plans to make it easier and less traumatic for victims of child sexual abuse to bring historic claims through the civil courts have been unveiled by the government today (15 May 2024).
Vile abusers who rape a child will have their own parental responsibilities automatically removed under new laws.
New legislation will provide extra protections for victims' counselling notes during criminal investigations.
Despicable people who create sexually explicit ‘deepfakes’ will face prosecution under a new law announced by the government today (16 April 2024).
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.
The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority has moved office.
Victims will no longer be prevented from accessing support or legal advice under plans to crack down on the misuse of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs).
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