cvocni.bsky.social @cvocni.bsky.social · 14/08/2026The Commissioner Designate for Victims of Crime has today made a statement on believing victims who report sexual abuse. Read the full statement here: cvocni.org/news/commiss... 000
cvocni.bsky.social @cvocni.bsky.social · 11/08/2026Commissioner Designate calls for greater transparency in Law Society decision-making over Chief Executive's good character reference for sex offender cvocni.org/news/commiss...cvocni.orgCommissioner Designate calls for transparency over Law Society chief good character reference for sex offenderThe Commissioner Designate has written to the President of the Law Society of Northern Ireland expressing concern over the society’s lack of transparency regarding the internal process following the d... 000
cvocni.bsky.social @cvocni.bsky.social · 06/05/2026THE INDEPENDENT REVIEW BY DR. JAN MELIA: THE DEATH OF KATIE SIMPSON The Commissioner Designate for Victims of Crime, Geraldine Hanna: “Women and girls deserve a justice system & safeguarding network that is alert to risk, responds to warning signs, acts decisively.” www.cvocni.org/news/commiss... 000
cvocni.bsky.social @cvocni.bsky.social · 06/05/2026Commissioner Designate welcomes Finance Minister announcement on Jade’s Law for NI. The law, introduced in England & Wales in the wake of the murder of Jade Ward by her ex-partner, automatically removes parental responsibility in the event of domestic homicide. www.cvocni.org/news/commiss... 000
cvocni.bsky.social @cvocni.bsky.social · 24/04/2026We were delighted to join the recent ceremony, at Law Society House, to celebrate the completion by this year's cohort of solicitors of the Vulnerable Person Practitioner Course, which improves access to justice by promoting sensitive communication with those who may need additional support. 000
cvocni.bsky.social @cvocni.bsky.social · 21/04/2026Delighted to attend this key event today hosted by the All Party Group on Access to Justice, re: the family courts. Our TOTALLY INVISIBLE Report highlighted shortcomings in the private family system in protecting domestic abuse victims & children from harm - Let's keep on the on the political radar. 010
cvocni.bsky.social @cvocni.bsky.social · 14/04/2026CVOCNI was delighted to attend today’s Nexus NI event hosted by PA Consulting on online sexual abuse. It was a really informative session on the current legal regime, the risks to victims and the practical steps we can take to protect ourselves. 000
cvocni.bsky.social @cvocni.bsky.social · 03/04/2026NI VICTIM SUMMIT - A RESOUNDING SUCCESS! It's a week since our inaugural Victim Summit in the beautiful surroundings of Titanic Belfast. Thank-you to the Justice Minister, Naomi Long MLA, for joining us. Our heartfelt thanks & admiration for the survivors who courageously shared their insights. 000
cvocni.bsky.social @cvocni.bsky.social · 24/03/2026NI VICTIM SUMMIT - JUST 4 DAYS TO GO! We are delighted the Lady Chief Justice of Northern Ireland, Dame Siobhan Keegan, will speak on innovation in the NI courts. Dame Siobhan has spearheaded an innovative reform agenda and will reflect on the impact of the reforms so far & improving transparency 000
cvocni.bsky.social @cvocni.bsky.social · 23/03/2026NI Victim Summit - Just 5 days to go! Join the waiting list by emailing your full name and contact details to: cvoc@morrowcommunications.com Mié Kohiyama of BeBrave France will join us. Mié, is the lead on France’s efforts to integrate a Survivor Council model into policy and practice. 000
cvocni.bsky.social @cvocni.bsky.social · 20/03/2026NI Victim Summit – One week to go! Registration is now closed, to join the waiting list, please email your full name & contact details to: cvoc@morrowcommunications.com Mathieu Lévesque, Member of the National Assembly of Québec will share his insights: PUTTING VICTIMS FIRST, LESSONS FROM QUEBEC. 000
cvocni.bsky.social @cvocni.bsky.social · 19/03/2026NI VICTIM SUMMIT: REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED! To join the waiting list, please email us your full name and contact details: cvoc@morrowcommunications.com Jacqui Frisby, Pathfinder Programme Director, will share her insights on implementing the Pathfinder Model in private family law proceedings. 000
cvocni.bsky.social @cvocni.bsky.social · 11/03/2026We warmly welcome the publication by the Justice Minister today of the Victims and Witnesses Strategy 2026-2032. We wish to thank all of those who helped to shape this strategy and in particular those victims and survivors who shared their experiences in the hope of improving the system for others. 000
cvocni.bsky.social @cvocni.bsky.social · 10/03/2026The Commissioner for Victims of Crime (NI) expressed deep concern on learning of the serious allegations against a former serving police officer being investigated by the Police Ombudsman (NI). For full statement, & details of support available to victims of crime: www.cvocni.org/news/commiss...cvocni.orgCommissioner responds to Police Ombudsman investigation into alleged serious sexual offences by former police officerThe Commissioner Designate for Victims of Crime is deeply concerned to learn of the serious allegations against a former serving police officer being investigated by the Police Ombudsman for Northern ... 010
cvocni.bsky.social @cvocni.bsky.social · 05/03/2026We very much welcome the introduction of the Sentencing Bill, which will deliver more stringent sentences for a range of offences. We wish to express our deep appreciation of all the victims who have campaigned so selflessly on behalf of future victims & families to ensure the delivery of justice. 000
cvocni.bsky.social @cvocni.bsky.social · 03/03/2026Deeply shocking findings from the Police Ombudsman's office today that police predatory behaviour accounts for almost 30% of the most serious crimes under investigation. These findings coincide with the 5th anniversary of the murder of Sarah Everard. 000
cvocni.bsky.social @cvocni.bsky.social · 20/02/20263rd Annual Victim Survey - Victims’ experience of support services saw a positive upward trend in both awareness & engagement. Upon uptake, this helped them to cope with the impacts of crime. We strengthen our call for greater investment in victim services & system reform. @justice-ni.bsky.social 000
cvocni.bsky.social @cvocni.bsky.social · 20/02/2026Our 3rd annual Victim Survey produced some encouraging findings for the PSNI. There were ongoing improvements in; being treated fairly and with respect, as well as the likelihood of reporting a crime in the future. @justice-ni.bsky.social 000
cvocni.bsky.social @cvocni.bsky.social · 20/02/2026PPS - Our third annual victim survey points to satisfaction levels with treatment improving, as is being kept informed on the date of the court case. However, there is an ongoing issue around the assessment of victims' needs in advance of trial. @justice-ni.bsky.social 000
cvocni.bsky.social @cvocni.bsky.social · 20/02/2026Today we are highlighting some early findings from our 3rd annual victim survey. While we see some improvements, confidence in the criminal justice system's ability to deliver justice remains unacceptably low. Our heartfelt thanks to those who had the courage to share their experiences. 000
cvocni.bsky.social @cvocni.bsky.social · 18/02/2026NI Victim Summit 2026: Global Innovation in Victim Care & Support. We are holding our first Victim Summit on Friday 27th March 2026 in Titanic Belfast. Join us to learn about innovative approaches to victim support from across the globe. See link below: morroweventshub.com/cvsni/ni-vic... 010
