Written Question·Attorney General·UIN 75271

Sexual Offences: Criminal Proceedings

Tabled: 4 September 2025
Answered: 15 September 2025

Question

Liz Jarvis

Liberal DemocratEastleigh

To ask the Solicitor General, what assessment her Department has made of the number of (a) rape and (b) sexual violence cases that are withdrawn post-charge; and what support is available to victims to help them continue with their cases.

Answer

Ellie Reeves
Reducing victim attrition remains a serious concern for this Government. We are committed to improving the experiences of victims of rape and sexual violence and ensuring they receive the support they need to continue with their cases.The Crown Prosecutio...

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