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An error has been identified in the written answer given on 24 July 2020.

The Single Competent Authority (SCA) operates the National Referral Mechanism (NRM) which is a civil process for the identification and s

We are committed to tackling all forms of child sexual abuse.

The Government has posted updated guidance on domestic abuse on gov.uk to ensure that anyone seeking relevant sources of assistance can f

We are acutely aware of the need to put victims at the heart of our approach to tackling domestic abuse at this time.

The Government has committed to providing £10 million in 2020/21 for innovative new approaches to preventing domestic abuse, including wo

We are determined to disrupt county lines gangs and put an end to the exploitation of vulnerable children and young people.

We have invested £70m over two years into the 18 areas worse affected by serious violence in England and Wales to support them in develop

This Government has a proud history of helping the most vulnerable and is absolutely committed to continuing to ensure that victims of tr

The Government is committed to meeting the needs of vulnerable victims and witnesses.