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UK Government Unveils £6 Million Support for Rape Victims

3/10/2026

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The UK Ministry of Justice announced measures to support rape victims, with Justice Minister David Lammy stressing reform.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer engaged with victims to gather experiences for changes.
Victims will receive free legal advice to understand rights and challenge unnecessary information requests, with funding of £6 million over two years.
Operation Soteria will expand to improve police investigations of sexual offences.

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The UK Ministry of Justice announced measures to support rape victims, with Justice Minister David Lammy stressing reform.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer engaged with victims to gather experiences for changes.
Victims will receive free legal advice to understand rights and challenge unnecessary information requests, with funding of £6 million over two years.
Operation Soteria will expand to improve police investigations of sexual offences.