Specialist Courts for Rape Cases Roll Out Across England and Wales

England and Wales will introduce specialist courtrooms for rape and serious sexual offences, with funding for private entrances, waiting rooms, and video-link evidence. The initiative aims to encourage more survivors to come forward by reducing the stress of attending court.

🐿️ This is a pragmatic step, but the real test is whether these courts actually cut conviction rates and trial delays, not just improve comfort.