Cost of living support
Colchester City Council is providing support for residents facing the cost of living crisis.
Colchester City Council is providing support for residents facing the cost of living crisis.
Being a victim of crime can be life-changing, and how people are treated within the justice system can make a huge difference to their ability to cope and recover.
Following extensive stakeholder engagement with victims and victims’ groups, these proposals focus on a number of key areas: raising awareness and accessibility; providing clearer information on victims’ rights to access practical and emotional support; strengthening communication and taking account of the victim’s preferences; and increasing the voice of the victim through providing more flexibility in the Victim Personal Statement process.
In-line with the Ministry of Justice's statutory obligations, they are now undertaking this second consultation, which includes a draft revised version of the Code.
This consultation runs from 5 March to 28 May 2020.