MWNUK Response Consultation Prosecuting Child Sex Abuse Cases
September 2013
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September 2013 The Crown Prosecution Service set out ‘Interim Guidelines on Prosecuting Cases of Child Sexual Abuse,’ which were opened for public consultation until 3 September 2013. The the guidelines made very little mention of BME victims. In light of the pilot study conducted by MWNUK,UNHEARD VOICES: Sexual Exploitation of Asian Girls and Young Women, we responded to the consultations and pointed out concerns and made recommendations. Our full response can be downloaded. |
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