Tag: Code Compliance
Baroness Newlove changed how we talk about victims. Now we must deliver for them
As Baroness Newlove’s annual report is published, the Victims’ Commissioner reflects on her legacy - and warns that while victims’ rights have strengthened on paper, urgent action is needed to ensure they are delivered in practice.
‘Victims’ rights are gathering dust’: Commissioner calls for urgent action to deliver reforms championed by Baroness Newlove
As Baroness Newlove's final annual report is published in her memory, the Victims' Commissioner writes to the Deputy Prime Minister calling for urgent action, warning that victims' rights still "exist only on paper" two years on from landmark reforms.
Letter to the Deputy Prime Minister on Victims’ Code compliance and accountability
The Victims’ Commissioner, Claire Waxman, has written to the Deputy Prime Minister, David Lammy, alongside the publication of Baroness Newlove’s final Annual Report.
Victims’ Commissioner set to gain strengthened oversight role under proposed reforms
New powers proposed in the Victims and Courts Bill would expand the Commissioner’s ability to scrutinise compliance with the Victims’ Code and improve agency accountability.
Victims’ Commissioner responds to HMICFRS police effectiveness report
The Victims' Commissioner, Baroness Newlove, responds to HMICFRS report on police effectiveness, the level of service victims receive and victim outcomes
Briefing on Victims’ Code Compliance Monitoring
This document presents proposed amendments to the Victims and Prisoners Bill, aimed at enhancing accountability measures for criminal justice agencies responsible for upholding the rights outlined in the Victims' Code.