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CPS to have new obligation to meet adult rape victims ahead of trial

Sep 18, 2023

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Rape victims will be given the opportunity to meet the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) staff involved in their case ahead of a trial in new move to guide them through the criminal justice system. Going to court as a victim can be daunting and confusing so meetings...

End to unnecessary and invasive requests to access rape victims therapy notes

Jul 30, 2023

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Legislation announced in May will put a stop to intrusive ‘fishing expeditions’ of rape victims’ therapy notes. A new Bill will move to empower rape victims to access therapy without fearing access and disclosure and provide robust new guidance for...

Agenda Alliance publishes new briefing report “Underexamined and Underreported”

Apr 1, 2023

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Agenda Alliance have published a new report analysing the link between intimate partner violence (IPV) and suicidality. The analysis interrogates how this disproportionately impacts women and how this is reinforced and exacerbated by unmet needs and poverty. Key...

Newly Published Guidance on Clare’s Law (Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme) DVDS

Mar 25, 2023

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The Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme (DVDS), often referred to as “Clare’s Law”, was implemented across all police forces in England and Wales in March 2014. It means members of the public can ask the police for information on their partner’s criminal history and...

Charity ‘Fight The New Drug’ address the dangers of choking

Jan 13, 2023

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Domestic violence and strangulation prevention expert, Casey Gwinn, Esq writes a guest piece for Fight the New Drug focusing on the risks of strangulation during sex and myth busts some common misconceptions. Casey leads the Training Institute on Strangulation...

Research suggests helping male victims of domestic abuse can benefit society as whole

Jan 10, 2023

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During last month’s UN 16 days of activism against Gender-Based violence, Alexandra Lysova wrote an article summarising her research and knowledge spanning a 15-year career focusing on male victims of domestic abuse. The article cites research that suggests that...

Children Classed as DA Victims Under New Guidance

Jan 3, 2023

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Children affected by domestic abuse will now be automatically treated as victims regardless of whether they were present during violent incidents, the CPS has announced. This means young people will get automatic access to support like mental health and safeguarding...

TSB launches ‘Emergency Flee Fund’ for domestic abuse victims

Dec 23, 2022

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TSB has announced that it will be offering victims of domestic abuse an ‘Emergency Flee Fund’ of up to £500 to help escape an abusive relationship. The fund will assist victims with the cost of essentials such as travel, clothing and toiletries, with...

Pre-recorded evidence for rape victims available nationwide

Nov 6, 2022

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The Govenment has announced that new technology which spares victims of rape the stress of being cross-examined during a live trial is now available at every Crown Court in England and Wales. The technology allows victims and witnesses of crimes such as rape or modern...

Sessions to help hair and beauty staff support victims of domestic abuse

Mar 9, 2022

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Reducing the Risk’s very own Michelle has developed localised training for hairdressers, beauticians, tattooists and barbers to help ensure hair and beauty staff know what to do if they suspect a client or colleague is at risk of or suffering from domestic...

CPS to have new obligation to meet adult rape victims ahead of trial

End to unnecessary and invasive requests to access rape victims therapy notes

Agenda Alliance publishes new briefing report “Underexamined and Underreported”

Newly Published Guidance on Clare’s Law (Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme) DVDS

Charity ‘Fight The New Drug’ address the dangers of choking

Research suggests helping male victims of domestic abuse can benefit society as whole

Children Classed as DA Victims Under New Guidance

TSB launches ‘Emergency Flee Fund’ for domestic abuse victims

Pre-recorded evidence for rape victims available nationwide

Sessions to help hair and beauty staff support victims of domestic abuse

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