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To make criminal court reporting more open, the CPS, police, and media representatives created a joint protocol (agreement) for working together. We are currently working on an updated version of the protocol. 

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Joint press release from the Crown Prosecution Service and National Police Chiefs’ Council - Action on Disclosure

A package of measures to improve how the criminal justice system deals with disclosure was announced today. The measures - on top of actions taken over the last few months - are contained in a plan published today by the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC)…
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Disclosure - Joint statement from Alison Saunders, Director of Public Prosecutions and Sara Thornton, Chair of the National Police Chiefs' Council

"Today we met with Chief Constables to discuss further how we can improve the disclosure process. "This was a constructive and positive debate which reinforced the shared understanding we have of the issues and the importance of police officers and prosecutors up and down the country getting it…
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Letter in response to Times article on modern slavery

A letter was sent to the Times this week in response to an article which outlined concern that the CPS 'is failing to convert a sharp increase in the number of modern slavery cases into convictions'. The article claimed 'the tally of cases referred to the CPS is not available' and that…
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CPS Statement - Hillsborough

The CPS has this week informed families of the victims of the Hillsborough disaster that no charges have been authorised against two individuals following an investigation by the IPCC. The IPCC investigated the conduct of a former South Yorkshire Police mounted officer and a civilian farrier, in…
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CPS statement on the HMCPSI report on the CPS response to the Modern Slavery Act 2015

Since the Modern Slavery Act came into force in 2015, the CPS has been working with police, government and partner agencies to strengthen the investigation and prosecution of trafficking and slavery cases. We are committed to increasing the number of prosecutions and delivering justice for victims…
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Speech by Sue Hemming, CPS Head of Counter Terrorism, at the National Security Summit, London, 25 October 2017

Assistant Commissioner Rowley has spoken about the current threat and countering terrorism in all its guises. There is no area where it is more important for all agencies and departments to have a joined up approach and ensure that we have a consistent, coherent and effective system. Prosecution is…
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CPS report shows more offenders are being successfully prosecuted for sexual crimes than ever before

More defendants than ever before are being prosecuted and convicted for sexual offences across England and Wales, new figures reveal today. The Crown Prosecution Service's 10th Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) report outlines the huge increases in convictions for rape (48%) and other…
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CPS makes commitment to male victims of sexual and domestic abuse

The Crown Prosecution Service has published its first ever public statement recognising the needs and experiences of male victims of offences including rape, domestic abuse, harassment, stalking and child sexual abuse. Many male victims of these crimes never come forward to report them to the…
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Online support guide for disabled victims and witnesses of crime

The Crown Prosecution Service has published an online support guide specifically for disabled victims and witnesses of crime. The guide which the CPS produced with support from organisations that work with disabled people, can be found on the CPS website - versions will also be available in…
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CPS aiming to support victims and witnesses

If you are the victim of crime, the prospect of a day in court can be a daunting one. This can be especially true if you are the victim of a homophobic, biphobic or transphobic hate crime, where there are concerns over 'outing' or being re-victimised. These concerns can all contribute to…
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Press Office contact details

Please note that our Press Office is NOT able to deal with issues or queries from members of the public - these contact details are for accredited journalists ONLY. Do not call this number unless you a member of the press. For all general enquiries, please visit contact.cps.gov.uk.

If you are a national or international journalist with a media enquiry, you can contact the CPS Press Office on 020 3357 0906 or email [email protected] (9am-5pm weekdays only).

For out-of-hours media enquiries please call 020 3357 0906 to reach the duty press officer.

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Media protocol

To ensure greater openness in the reporting of criminal proceedings, the CPS, the police and media representatives developed a joint protocol for working together. We are currently in the process of updating the protocol.

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