🥜 Crime Published 20d ago · 2 sources

Specialist Courts for Rape Cases Roll Out Across England and Wales

💡 Why it matters

If successful, this could reverse the historic drop in rape prosecutions, which fell to record lows in recent years, by making the legal process less traumatic for victims.

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.