Recommendation date:
7 March, 2025 Agency:
Ministry of Justice Document title:
Justice delayed: The impact of the Crown Court backlog on victims, victim services and the criminal justice system Status:
Awaiting response Recommendation:
The Ministry of Justice must update the Victims’ Code to make clear that needs assessments should be ongoing during the court process. The effect of delay on the individual victim must also form part of that assessment in order to identify those who are at the greatest risk of harm.