Sarah Everard's parents are launching a campaign in Parliament to push for tougher sentencing for serious violent and sexual offenders following the conviction of her murderer, Wayne Couzens. They emphasized the need for sentences to proportionately reflect the crimes, expressing relief that their daughter's murderer received a whole life order. The Ministry of Justice is reviewing sentencing guidelines to enhance punishment and public safety. Paula Hudgell, another campaigner, highlighted the lifelong impact of childhood abuse and the inadequacy of current sentencing for those crimes, calling for a justice system that appropriately addresses victims' suffering.
"It is important that sentences truly reflect the seriousness of the crime" - Jeremy and Susan Everard advocate for tougher sentencing for violent and sexual criminals.
"When criminals abuse children they are creating a devastating impact for the rest of that child's life" - Paula Hudgell highlights the lasting suffering caused by child abuse.
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