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Police handling of rape cases 'inconsistent,' says watchdog

Controversial charging reforms and huge workloads are among factors limiting rape investigations, according to watchdogs.

A joint HMICFRS and HPCPSI inspection has called for fundamental reforms in rape cases

A joint HMICFRS and HPCPSI inspection has called for fundamental reforms in rape cases

Date - 25th February 2022
By - Cachella Smith
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Deep problems in the criminal justice system are leading rape victims being failed, official watchdogs have warned. A joint HMICFRS and HMCPSI investigation has noted a number of recurrent problems in the police and CPS’ management of rape...
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