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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.
Support available to victims in the Modern Slavery Victim Care Contract (MSVCC) in England and Wales following a positive conclusive grounds decision.
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.
How the residency and nationality requirements of the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme 2012 work.
A guide to applying for compensation under the Victims of Overseas Terrorism Compensation Scheme.
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.
The Domestic Homicide Sentencing Review undertaken by independent reviewer Clare Wade KC and the government response.
Guidance for families bereaved by murder or manslaughter abroad.
Information for victims about legislation changes to the Sexual Offences Act 2003 regarding notification for registered sex offenders.
How potential victims of modern slavery, who are eligible, can claim a back payment of subsistence rates.
An overview of resources to help victims of violent or sexual crime understand the parole process and their entitlements within the Victim Contact Scheme.
Printable guide for support agencies and first responders to hand out to victims following an attack in the UK, highlighting available advice and assistance.
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.
The Victims' Code posters and leaflet have been translated into multiple languages for accessibility.
Rape and Sexual Offences victims, whose cases are heard at a Crown Court in England or Wales, are now able to apply for a transcript of the judges’ sentencing remarks free of charge.
Guidance for businesses that wish to make an Impact Statement for Business (ISB).
Information for British nationals who are victims of rape or sexual assault in Spain, including Andorra.
Sets out guidance for commissioners of services for victims of crime, including information on the commissioning cycle and the provision of services for victims.
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