Rape investigators diverted to police football matches and festivals, inspection findsThe diversion of sexual violence specialists to non-related duties is causing severe delays in rape trials, risking justice for victims.
Only one in 10 sexual assault survivors in England and Wales would report crime again, survey showsShame belongs to perpetrators, not victims of rape, reflecting a societal shift in attitudes towards survivors.
Rape investigators diverted to police football matches and festivals, inspection findsThe diversion of sexual violence specialists to non-related duties is causing severe delays in rape trials, risking justice for victims.
Only one in 10 sexual assault survivors in England and Wales would report crime again, survey showsShame belongs to perpetrators, not victims of rape, reflecting a societal shift in attitudes towards survivors.
Half of rape investigation team members not fully qualified, police watchdog warnsOperation Soteria has begun cultural improvements, but significant challenges remain in qualifications and case processing times.