Source · Select Committees · Justice Committee
Recommendation 39
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Victims Bill risks overwhelming services without significant additional funding provision
Conclusion
The Victims Bill will likely put additional strain on already stretched services as victims of domestic or sexual abuse become more aware of their rights. Advocacy services already face unmanageable referral levels and caseloads. Additional funding is required to enable services to meet demand and allow the Victims Bill to live up to its ambitions. (Paragraph 129) Clause 11, the Victims’ Commissioner
Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 19 January 2023. Response attribution to this conclusion has not been verified. Read the response document ↗