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A group of victims of the 2017 Westminster Bridge attack are planning a commemoration for the third anniversary.

Victim Support is encouraging people to come forward for free emotional and practical support if they have been affected by media coverage of the sentencing of serial rapist Reynhard Sinaga.

The Government have announced support for the introduction of a Victims’ Law. Chief Executive of Victim Support, Diana Fawcett, commented on the announcement.

New figures show that as many as 68% of victims are still waiting on court-ordered compensation they were granted half a year ago.

The majority of victims say that the justice system does not meet their needs, and victims lack legally enforced rights in their dealings with the police, courts and other agencies, with many not receiving the right information, help or support to which they are entitled.

We are very concerned by the rise in knife crime offences

Francis Wakem is one of our longest-serving volunteers, having spent over 30 years working to support victims of crime in Wiltshire. In his time as a volunteer with Victim Support Francis has raised over £150,000 for the Charity and also found time to dedicate his services to other charities across the county.

Michael joined Victim Support as a volunteer as part of a university placement in December 2017. Today he’s still working with Victim Support and he spoke to us about his experience and his plans for the future.

Steve has volunteered with Victim Support’s Restorative Justice team in Sussex for over five years and told us more about his role.