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08 December 2022
Categories: Legal News , Criminal
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LNB NEWS: MoJ announces launch of 24/7 Support Line for sexual abuse victims

The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has announced the launch of the first ever 24/7 Support Line, involving specialist operators who are available via phone or webchat, for victims of rape and sexual abuse in England and Wales. 

Lexis®Library update: The MoJ has said the service is operated by Rape Crisis England & Wales, is for victims aged 16 or over who have experienced any form of sexual violence and abuse at any point during their life and will provide round-the-clock help, vital information and emotional support.

Source: New 24/7 support service for victims of rape launched

This content was first published by LNB News / Lexis®Library, a LexisNexis® company, on 7 December 2022 and is published with permission. Further information can be found at: www.lexisnexis.co.uk.

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