Inspectorate calls for radical action to tackle ‘stark and shocking’ level of violence against women and girls

13th July 2021Sarah Gibbons, Contributing Editor, Policing Insight

An interim report by HMICFRS into UK policing’s response to violence against women and girls (VAWG) has urged forces to build on current momentum to improve the service and support offered to the victims of such crimes; Policing Insight Deputy Editor Sarah Gibbons takes a closer look at the report, including suggestions for a ‘VAWG minimum standard’ for police investigations, and the need for a ‘radical refocus’ to tackle the problem.

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