UK to introduce special rape and serious sexual offence courts, as prosecution rates remain ‘shamefully’ low
- “Prosecution rates for rape remain shamefully low, with many victims waiting years for justice," said Burnham (Photo: Reuters).
- British Prime Minister Andy Burnham on Monday announced introduction of dedicated courts to hear rape and serious sexual offences, aiming to speed up convictions and reduce the backlog that has plagued the justice system for years.
- According to the announcement, every Crown Court in England and Wales will be equipped with at least one courtroom specifically designed to handle these cases within the next two years, with the goal of bringing more offenders to justice.
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- “Prosecution rates for rape remain shamefully low, with many victims waiting years for justice," said Burnham (Photo: Reuters).
- British Prime Minister Andy Burnham on Monday announced introduction of dedicated courts to hear rape and serious sexual offences, aiming to speed up convictions and reduce the backlog that has plagued the justice system for years.
- According to the announcement, every Crown Court in England and Wales will be equipped with at least one courtroom specifically designed to handle these cases within the next two years, with the goal of bringing more offenders to justice.
Sources: Times of India