Victims are already facing years of delay in their quest for justice. Dominic Raab admits it could be a year before the huge Courts backlog starts to fall - and did not deny that it might take 7 or 8 years to clear it. This is deeply worrying | 1/2 news.sky.com/story/justice-…

Lots of people not professionally involved in climate change may be finding it difficult to understand what is going on at COP26. Many of the people here have no idea either! So I have tried to summarise where we are with three days to go. Hope it may be helpful. 🧵/1

Yes, Laura Farris current law not right. Let’s work together with Attorney General's Office & Priti Patel MP to change it. Can’t let men get away with murder claiming “rough sex”.

If you’ve been affected by the terrorist incident outside #Liverpool Women’s Hospital on Sunday, you can get in touch with our free, 24 hour Supportline on 08 08 16 89 111, or start a live chat with a trained supporter any time via our website: victimsupport.org.uk/live-chat/

“Ask yourselves, after 30 reports and 30 years of women’s voices raised against violence against women and girls: why are you still not policing it properly?” My speech to policing chiefs at the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners and National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) #PoliceConf21 today. dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1…

Apparently Parliament has written a rule which means I can’t take my well behaved, 3-month old, sleeping baby when I speak in chamber. (Still no rule on wearing masks btw). Mothers in the mother of all parliament are not to be seen or heard it seems…. #21stCenturyCalling

1 in 8 crimes in London over the past year were domestic abuse offences. 94,000+ cases. As a society, we can’t just ‘respond’ to violence against women. We must prevent it. That’s why I’m announcing £2.4m into programmes that aim to change the behaviour of perpetrators of abuse.

On the International Day of Elimination of Violence Against Women I want to thank all those women who risked their lives and livelihoods speaking up for women. Women who speak up face threat and vitriol but still they persist.

Today is #IDEVAW and marks the beginning of #16Days. Tragically, we have had too many reminders this year of why these events are needed. We all have our part of play in ending violence against women. I will be using my platform to demand action & I encourage you to do the same.

The privacy of the family courts is enabling abusers and silencing victims. It has taken courage and determination to get this story told. Thank you Louise Tickle Dr Charlotte Proudman and of course, Kate Griffiths MP for her bravery. I wish this shocking case was unique. It sadly isn’t.

While I'm disappointed the gov't rejected our amendment, which provided victims protections from undue invasions of privacy, I am pleased that Susan Williams recognised the issue + committed gov't to exploring statutory options. The only way to change practice is to legislate.

I called on Judiciary to tackle rape myths in rape trials in 2019’s London Rape Review so it’s welcome progress to see Judges’ directions being reviewed. The whole criminal justice system, from report to court, needs to shift focus onto offender’s behaviour, not the victims.

Growing numbers of officers facing allegations of DA + sexual offences are being granted anonymity in misconduct hearings. This is worrying for victims – victims need to have confidence that police officers are trustworthy. M A Y A O P P E N H E I M 💃🏻 ✍️ | The Independent independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-n…

But most cases of this sort of police misconduct are never investigated by the @IOPC_Help. Instead, they are looked into by officers in the same force. This isn't good enough. Officers must be investigated by a separate, independent force in order to avoid a conflict of interest.

Today Home Office responded to my #SafetyBeforeStatus report into the plight of migrant survivors of #DomesticAbuse: some of the most vulnerable victims. I welcome Govt's commitment but considerable concerns remain + funding is urgent. My statement: bit.ly/3HJ9lWp

📢We have extended our survey for #DomesticAbuse survivors in England + Wales until 11.59 on Feb 14th. It's time to have your say. We want to hear from all #DomesticAbuse victims aged over 16 who have experienced abuse over the last 3 years. Survey 👉 bit.ly/3dqONEG

Prosecutions & convictions for child sexual abuse cases have slumped in the last 4 years. In the last 3 years alone, the time taken to go through court has also increased by 5 months. Read what young people have told us about distressing delays: bit.ly/3qFXBxW

Terrifying poll results indicate the level of undisclosed & unreported sexual assault and rape — sadly this is not a surprise. It is vital that we educate young people about healthy relationships & consent. thesun.co.uk/news/17594626/…

Did you know that one in three women worldwide are subjected to #SexualAbuse in their life time? If you, or someone you know has experienced abuse or #SexualViolence, we can help. Contact us for support, any time. 📞 08 08 16 89 111 💻 victimsupport.org.uk/live-chat #ItsNotOk World Health Organization (WHO)

Delays not acceptable dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1…