This article was first published in The National newspaper by John Swinney MSP, First Minister of Scotland, on 10th July 2025. The images coming out of Gaza break my heart
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Victims, Witnesses & Justice Reform Bill Update Justice Secretary Angela Constance has updated Parliament on proposed amendments to the Victims, Witnesses, and Justice Reform Bill. The Justice Secretary told MSPs
Fewer Than One in Five Incidents Reported to Police Victims of domestic violence have been encouraged to seek support and report incidents to police, following a reduction in recorded cases.
More Help as Criminals Pay Towards Victims’ Costs Organisations that support victims of crime will be able to bid for support from a fund financed by penalties imposed on all
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.
