Written Question·Department for Business and Trade·UIN 4953

Sexual Offences: Victims

Tabled: 9 September 2024
Answered: 17 September 2024

Question

Claire Hazelgrove

LabourFilton and Bradley Stoke

To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of support available to victims of sexual assault who need to take time off work to attend court and interviews related to the case.

Answer

Justin Madders
Depending on the nature of the individual’s employment, victims of sexual assault may be able to access a range of leave entitlements allowing them to take time off from work when they need it. There is also practical support employers can offer which can...

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