Today's report finds that pre-recorded evidence is less intimidating and yields better evidence. This measure – available at all courtrooms in England and Wales – is one of several the government is taking as part of the Rape Review Action Plan. More: https://t.co/btKTCjpCRG https://t.co/yaFPWQrylX
Victims must be better protected by our laws and parole system. We're introducing reforms to protect the public and improve victims' experiences of the justice system. Swipe to discover how the Victims and Prisoners Bill makes public protection our top priority. ⬇️
Congratulations to the King's Counsel and Honorary KCs who were appointed at Westminster Hall today. Your dedication and hard work marks a major contribution to the justice system of England and Wales. https://t.co/hPV3CO6vss
Over half of adult prisoners are estimated to have a reading age lower than 11. To ensure more prisoners leave the gates with vital literacy skills, we’re awarding two charities £1.8m to pilot new reading and writing programmes. Read more ⬇️ https://t.co/sE7BXNvvEj https://t.co/wlap1bQPLG
We’re putting an extra £15 million into our family mediation voucher scheme, to help even more couples resolve disputes outside of court. So far, the scheme has supported over 15,300 families. Read more: https://t.co/PP8OdjHEE1 https://t.co/pbzbQcHLH6
We want family court to be a last resort for separating families. Mediation could help up to 19,000 families resolve issues away from court & protect their children’s wellbeing. It also ensures faster access for families who need it most. Have your say: https://t.co/AVRjsbrU2Q https://t.co/SXROYEtwod
Prison leavers in steady jobs are less likely to reoffend. This is why we launched the Employment Advisory Boards initiative. Brands such as @coopuk @TalkTalk and @Greggs have also thrown their weight behind the initiative. Read more ⬇️ https://t.co/XP19IIcZcq https://t.co/f30cSpiZyn
In the wake of Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine, London hosts major international war crimes meeting to boost support for the @IntlCrimCourt. • Over 40 countries' Justice Ministers in attendance • Additional £1m of UK funding pledged More ⬇️ https://t.co/WMvcI5oJYY https://t.co/iUlOYQV0ex
1 in 4 homicides in England and Wales are committed by a current or former partner or relative. Many of these often follow years of abuse. We're changing the law so violent and controlling domestic abusers who murder will face more time in prison. Click to read more
Today @CodeBaseTech and @wearelegalgeek are named LawtechUK’s next providers, continuing to support innovation and make legal services accessible to all. Read more: https://t.co/refLPBE4uI https://t.co/Gu8hBo9O7B