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Our news

Victim Support has been doing groundbreaking work for victims and witnesses for 35 years. Below you'll find links to some of our latest news, both nationally and from our local offices across England and Wales. Local news is also listed under each region as part of the 'In your area' section of the site.

Journalists can call our media team on 020 7268 0202 or email them at mediaoffice@victimsupport.org.uk. You can also use the contact box on the left to send them a message.

Victim Support launches its new brand

Updated date: 24 May 2010

We‘ve rebranded our charity to boost our profile and increase understanding of the help and support we give to victims and witnesses of crime in England and Wales.

Our winners!

Charity Quiz Evening raises £156

18 August 2010

Staff, volunteers, family and friends spent the evening at Crook Golf Club for a charity quiz on Wednesday 21st July.

Flying Helen

Victim Support staff member flies from a mountain to raise funds!

18 August 2010

Helen Oldroyd from the County Durham VCU recently holidayed in France and far from having a relaxing time; she decided to set herself a challenge to help raise funds for Victim Support.

Children's corner

Children’s Corner Introduced into Witness Room at Consett Magistrates Court

18 August 2010

The Witness Service in Durham was given a grant of £700 from local grant maker The Rothley Trust to make the witness room in Consett Magistrates Court more child friendly.