Summary
The Minister of Justice is committed to improving the experience of victims and witnesses of crime in the criminal justice system. In addition to the trauma that the crime itself can cause, it is recognised that the process of engaging with the criminal justice system can also be daunting, challenging and at times disorienting for victims and witnesses.
Documents
- Victims and witnesses of crime strategy consultation document
- Draft victims and witnesses of crime strategy 2025-2030
- Victims and witnesses of crime strategy consultation document easy read version
- Child rights impact assessment
- Rural needs impact assessment form
- Equality screening form
- Victims and witness of crime strategy calls for views
- Privacy notice
Consultation description
Last year we carried out a Call for Views to gather evidence from the public, from those with an interest in issues which impact on victims and witnesses, and those who have been directly affected by crime. Our new draft strategy has been developed taking on board the views expressed and in consultation with senior practitioners across the criminal justice system.
The consultation documents are available online at: Draft Victims and Witnesses of Crime Strategy 2025 – 2030 | Department of Justice. Hard copies and copies in other formats, including Braille, large print etc. can be made available on request. If it would assist you to access the document in an alternative format or language other than English, please let us know and we will do our best to assist you.
Please click on the following link to book tickets to our Public Consultation Engagement Events Book tickets – DoJ
Ways to respond
Access to Justice Directorate,
Department of Justice,
Knockview Building, Block 2,
Stormont Estate,
Belfast,
BT4 3SX