All prosecutors in the region will now work under the national VAWG strategy, developed after listening to victims’ experiences, and delivering justice through prosecutions which reflect the full reality of each case of abuse.
Entry to the CPS Counter Terrorism Advocate Panel at Level 4 is through this application process and is open to appropriately qualified barristers and solicitors who have a Higher Courts Advocacy qualification.
This Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been agreed between the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), Immigration Enforcement (IE), and the National Police Chiefs' Council. It will take effect on 5 January 2026.
Rape is a truly devastating and life changing crime. We are committed to significantly increasing the number of cases going to court and sustaining this year on year. We are determined to see justice for more victims of rape and serious sexual offences, and as leaders we pledge to be visible, accountable and transparent as we work towards this aim.
The decisions on bail, in criminal proceedings, represent an important stage in the prosecution process. The results of these decisions can have far reaching consequences for victims of crime and the public in general.
New resources that will help victims of crime to better understand their entitlements within criminal justice system and to receive a more joined up service from criminal justice agencies have been announced by the Crown Prosecution Service.
