Legislative reforms introduced to Parliament. Legislation proposing a significant package of reform to ensure victims are treated with compassion and their voices heard across the justice system has been published.
Legislative reforms introduced to Parliament. Legislation proposing a significant package of reform to ensure victims are treated with compassion and their voices heard across the justice system has been published.
Heartbreak of Mothers Forced to Give Up Babies First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has delivered a formal apology to those affected by ‘cruel’ historical adoption practices. Many thousands of women –
Proposals to Criminalise Abusive & Humiliating Behaviour Misogynistic harassment could become a criminal offence as part of proposals aimed at providing greater protection for women and girls. A consultation has
More Help for Victims as Criminals Pay Towards Costs The third application round of the Victim Surcharge Fund has now opened for bids from organisations that support victims of crime.
Justice Secretary welcomes report and will now “consider recommendations”. Justice Secretary Keith Brown has welcomed publication of Baroness Helena Kennedy QC’s report on Misogyny and Criminal Justice in Scotland. Mr