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Claire Waxman OBE: an independent voice for victims and witnesses

The Victims’ Commissioner for England and Wales is dedicated to promoting the interests of victims and witnesses.

Aims of the Victims’ Commissioner for England and Wales

  • Be the voice of victims
  • Promote best practice in victims’ services
  • Review the Victims’ Code and advocate for change
New advisory panel to ensure survivors of child sexual abuse and exploitation have a stronger voice in government decision-making

Adult victims and survivors of child sexual abuse and exploitation (CSAE) will have a stronger voice in government decision-making through a new advisory panel to be hosted by the Victims’ Commissioner for England and Wales.

Published on October 26, 2026

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Quote from Claire Waxman OBE, Victims' Commissioner for England and Wales: “Victims and survivors have been clear that they want to be listened to, not spoken for. This Panel is an opportunity to do things differently, creating a meaningful way for survivors to share their expertise and help shape the policies that affect them.”

Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Victim and Survivor Advisory Panel

The Office of the Victims Commissioner is the host of the new Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation (CSAE) Victim and Survivor Advisory Panel.

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