Written Question·Ministry of Justice·UIN 32486
Counselling: Domestic Abuse and Sexual Offences
Tabled: 21 February 2025
Answered: 3 March 2025
Question
Jess Asato
Labour — Lowestoft
To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what steps her Department is taking to ensure that victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence are informed of their rights to access pre-trial therapeutic support.
Answer
Alex Davies-JonesWe are clear that there is no need for victims to delay therapy before, during or after any potential trial on account of an ongoing police investigation or prosecution. The Victims’ Code provides that victims have the right to access support to help them...
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