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Katie Kempen

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Criminal justice, books, CEO of Victim Support.

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Victim Support @victimsupport.bsky.social · 02/11/2025
We are saddened and disturbed by the horrific attack that took place in Cambridgeshire last night. Our thoughts and sympathies are with all those affected during this incredibly difficult time. If you have been impacted, we are here to support you now via our 24/7 Supportline and live chat.
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Victim Support @victimsupport.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
If you've been affected by the terror attack on Heaton Park synagogue, we're here for you. You can use our free 24/7 Supportline or live chat service to speak with one of our specialist supporters, and get the help you need. Talk to us. 📞 08 08 16 89 111 💻 victimsupport.org.uk/livechat
Victim Support's contact details
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The Guardian @theguardian.com · 30/08/2025
UK anti-slavery commissioner launches investigation into ‘pimping websites’
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UK anti-slavery commissioner launches investigation into ‘pimping websites’
Eleanor Lyons will interview women who say they have been trafficked into sex work and advertised online The independent anti-slavery commissioner has launched an investigation into so-called pimping websites amid concern at the level of exploitation of trafficked and vulnerable women on those platforms. Eleanor Lyons will interview women who say they have been trafficked into sex work and advertised on adult services websites such as Vivastreet that allow users to browse images and videos of women selling sex in their local area. Continue reading...
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Katie Kempen @katiekempenvs.bsky.social · 28/08/2025
Really proud of our brilliant team 🎉
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Katie Kempen @katiekempenvs.bsky.social · 28/07/2025
July reading - some stunners in here. All but the Coupland and Kukafa are feminist gems in their own different ways and generations.
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Katy Barrow-Grint @ktbg1.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
Today at Gloucestershire Constabulary @glos-police.bsky.social we hosted national & local Victim Support colleagues to talk through the work of the force to support victims of crime. Lovely to see @katiekempenvs.bsky.social & Prof Claire Collins from the national team.
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Electoral Reform Society @electoralreform.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
As part of a new bill, the government is planning to reintroduce the Supplementary Vote system for mayoral and PCC elections. This is a hugely welcome return, and a change we have been calling for – to put more choice back into the hands of voters.
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Katie Kempen @katiekempenvs.bsky.social · 29/06/2025
June reading. Jefferson Fisher is accessible and helpful for me. Alarming how many of the issues in Blessin Adams’ book remain for women today, but a decent social history. Coe does a typically impressive job of describing key moments in British history (this time the lettuce). Not a bad pile.
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Rape Crisis England & Wales @rapecrisis.bsky.social · 23/06/2025
❗ Last week, the government announced that pornography depicting any act of strangulation will be made illegal through the Crime and Policing Bill. This goes some way in acknowledging the harmful role violent pornography plays in society. ➡️ Read our full comment: bit.ly/3FZPA1x
Strangulation in pornography to be made illegal
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Katie Kempen @katiekempenvs.bsky.social · 21/06/2025
Solstice record shopping 🌅
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Rights of Women @rightsofwomen.bsky.social · 19/06/2025
Great to share the #CampaignOfTheYear award at #SMKAwards2025 tonight between our campaign #KeepCounsellingConfidential - a coalition with @evawuk.bsky.social @rapecrisis.bsky.social & Centre for Women’s Justice - and the fantastic #NoBirthBehindBars from Level Up. Solidarity! #LoveCampaigning
Photo of No Birth Behind Bars and Keep Counselling Confidential campaigners sharing their joint win for Campaign of the Year at the Sheila McKechnie Awards 2025 in London
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Gavin Hales @gmhales.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
Can anyone point me to any good examples of writing on equality vs equity as they relate to policing, ideally with specific reference to the public sector equality duty in the Equality Act 2010?
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Katie Kempen @katiekempenvs.bsky.social · 03/06/2025
Out and about with our Deputy Service Directors and our Operations Managers today. Ops Managers are an essential part of delivering high quality services. They have difficult jobs. Our conference is investing in their leadership, resilience and wellbeing.
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Katie Kempen @katiekempenvs.bsky.social · 31/05/2025
A cracking month for reading. @lucygobag.bsky.social’s powerful writing has truly changed the way I think about the world and was well timed for me. I found Murata’s latest too dark and upsetting. Very much loved Sandwich and The Wedding People though. Both beautiful and hopeful in their own way.
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House of Commons @houseofcommons.parliament.uk · 20/05/2025
MPs are now considering the second reading of the Victims and Courts Bill. Watch the debate ⬇️ parliamentlive.tv/event/index/...
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Katie Kempen @katiekempenvs.bsky.social · 17/05/2025
Been waiting to read this since @lucygobag.bsky.social spoke so compellingly to our service supporting those bereaved by murder and manslaughter earlier this year. Not a bad way to spend an hour between parent-taxi responsibilities.
A copy of the book ‘Come What May’ by Lucy Easthope
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Katie Kempen @katiekempenvs.bsky.social · 03/05/2025
April reads - The Generous Leader had some great ideas. Enjoyed everything else, but no big stand outs.
A Goodreads list of books I’ve read.
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Victim Support @victimsupport.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
We're here to listen with compassion and tailor our support to you. Our services are #Free, #Independent, and #Confidential. We're dedicated to helping anyone affected by crime and traumatic incidents. Get in touch, anytime. 📞 08 08 16 89 111 💻 victimsupport.org.uk/live-chat
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Katie Kempen @katiekempenvs.bsky.social · 23/04/2025
Our amazing HR Business Partner is running London marathon this weekend. Please do take a look and consider sponsoring her for @victimsupport.bsky.social www.linkedin.com/posts/activi...
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Katie Kempen @katiekempenvs.bsky.social · 23/04/2025
We have recently welcomed a new Chair at @victimsupport.bsky.social. Yvonne Thomas has joined us from The Clink and will be leading our Board through the next few years of Victim Support’s work: www.linkedin.com/posts/victim...
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We're delighted to appoint Yvonne Thomas as our new Chair for the board of trustees. Yvonne was formerly Chief Executive of The Clink Charity, which aims to reduce reoffending through volunteerin...
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Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 16/04/2025
We know that some days are harder than others, and processing trauma isn't always linear. No one should ever be made to feel unsafe for being who they are. Remember, everyone deserves to live a life free from abuse and violence 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ If you want to speak to someone, we're here for you. 💻 galop.org.uk
It's ok to take things one day at a time.
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Katie Kempen @katiekempenvs.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
Well worth a look today and I’ll be reading in full. These recommendations are not what I was instinctively expecting, but looking forward to the insights the report brings. Hoping to see a greater focus on victims’ needs in the full publication.
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Katie Kempen @katiekempenvs.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
There have been some really beautiful vinyl releases lately. Didn’t get the RSD releases I wanted, but Lucy Dacus’ beautiful new album means I don’t really mind.
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Katie Kempen @katiekempenvs.bsky.social · 11/04/2025
The wonderful @victimsupport.bsky.social are on Bluesky. Please give them a follow, friends #FF
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Katie Kempen @katiekempenvs.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
Beautiful day in York. Beautiful day to catch up with @ciarabergman.bsky.social and spend some time with my Senior Leadership Team colleagues.
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Katie Kempen @katiekempenvs.bsky.social · 07/04/2025
“While voluntary organisations are committed to adapting and innovating, there is a limit to how much they can absorb without sustained investment…Yet, despite these challenges, there is still hope, resilience, and impact.” Very familiar themes in this report.
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Katie Kempen @katiekempenvs.bsky.social · 05/04/2025
First Bluesky influenced book purchase.
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Gavin Hales @gmhales.bsky.social · 05/04/2025
I thought this was interesting - the percentage of crimes recorded by police in 2023/24 that were flagged as domestic abuse related ranged from 10% in the Met to 22% in Staffs (excl. BTP and CoLP). #crimestats
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Women's Aid Federation Northern Ireland @womensaidni.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
Today, the CEOs of Women's Aid Federations from Northern Ireland, Scotland, England, and Wales attended a vital roundtable discussion hosted by the COVID Inquiry on the impact of domestic abuse during the pandemic 🗣 (1/2)
Left to right: Sarah Mason - Women's Aid Federation Northern Ireland, Farah Nazeer - Women's Aid Federation of England, Sara Kirkpatrick - Welsh Women's Aid
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Katie Kempen @katiekempenvs.bsky.social · 30/03/2025
March reads - some beauties in here. Anne Tyler, Tish Delaney and Hazel Lottie all writing stories on the contrast between what you thought your life would look like and the realisation of what it is. All excellent reads. Anthony Bourdain re-read inspired by @sianushka.bsky.social and her 4pm beer🍺
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Criminal Justice Alliance @cjalliance.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
🚨 Come and join our Board of Trustees! 🚨 We are looking for a Vice-Chair and four Trustees who share our values and ambitions. If you're interested in improving the justice system and feel that you have the commitment and experience, apply below! www.criminaljusticealliance.org/about-the-cj...
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The CJA is a small but growing team. Find out the latest opportunities to work for the Criminal Justice Alliance.
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Galop @galopuk.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to make life better for LGBT+ victims and survivors of abuse? Click through to see our latest vacancies 🌈🏳️‍⚧️ galop.org.uk/work-with-us #CharityJob #LGBT #Hiring #Charity
We're hiring!Head of Advocacy & Support - Maternity Cover. We’re looking for maternity cover to lead Galop’s specialist advocacy services and work alongside our other Heads of Services to deliver advice, support, and advocacy to thousands of LGBT+ victims and survivors of abuse and violence each year. Closing date: 10:00am, 09/04/25
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EVAW Coalition @evawuk.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
NEW: Nearly 8 in 10 women think the government should be doing more to tackle VAWG. Our latest #VAWGSnapshot report shows a seismic shift is needed if the government is to meet its ambition of halving VAWG in a decade. ➡️ bit.ly/VAWGSnapshot25
No Small Change: Making Halving VAWG a Reality
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Katie Kempen @katiekempenvs.bsky.social · 16/03/2025
Anne Tyler’s writing is so comforting. Her latest book is no exception. A really lovely read.
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lucygobag.bsky.social @lucygobag.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
You are going to need to be at this
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Katie Kempen @katiekempenvs.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
I’ve spent much of today with our frontline colleagues who support those bereaved by murder and manslaughter. A moving day, not least from @lucygobag.bsky.social’s presentation which took us through major incident response and how treatment during a trauma hugely impacts rebuilding after a trauma.
Lucy Easthope, expert on major incident response, giving a presentation. The slide on display is a younger version of herself.
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Russell Webster @russellwebster.com · 02/03/2025
‘Criminals will go unpunished’ after victim services cuts, Reeves warned Victims commissioner tells chancellor cutbacks and national insurance hike creating ‘existential crisis’ for rape and domestic abuse charities www.theguardian.com/society/2025... on @guardian
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‘Criminals will go unpunished’ after victim services cuts, Reeves warned
Victims commissioner tells chancellor cutbacks and national insurance hike creating ‘existential crisis’ for abuse charities
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Lizzie Dearden @lizziedearden.bsky.social · 01/03/2025
Buy a copy of The Observer for: 🗞 a scoop on the Victims Commissioner's warning to the Treasury over funding cuts to support services 📰 a deep dive into the growth of school shooting plots in the UK and what is inspiring them ...and of course much more great stuff not by me
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Katie Kempen @katiekempenvs.bsky.social · 01/03/2025
February reads. Wasn’t sure what to expect from Hagen, but this was a very interesting exploration of many aspects of their experiences, including consent, which I enjoyed. I question the wisdom of reading anxious books at anxious times with the rest of this month’s list.
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Katie Kempen @katiekempenvs.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
Back on the news this week discussing the devastating impact of increased national insurance contributions to victims’ services, but also able to thank the PCC for Sussex for a boost to funding to help services meet that cost and continue to thrive in the county.
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Katie Kempen @katiekempenvs.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
A powerful book and an excellent read. Proud to read of Victim Support working alongside Harriet to support a victim on a truly shocking case.
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Russell Webster @russellwebster.com · 25/02/2025
Crime and Policing Bill: Overarching factsheet - This is a huge bill containing 15 headline measures covering a wide range of crimes including: ASB, knife rime, retail crime, CSA, cuckooing, drug testing... www.gov.uk/government/p...
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Crime and Policing Bill: Overarching factsheet
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London’s Victims’ Commissioner @ldnvictimscomm.bsky.social · 19/02/2025
Today I'm launching a survey to support research I'm doing with MOPAC on when and why victims withdraw from the criminal justice system. If you reported to the police but then decided (or felt pushed) to drop out / disengage, have your voice heard 👇 londonvoice.org.uk/victimattrition
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Katie Kempen @katiekempenvs.bsky.social · 18/02/2025
Very strong findings from the first part of the Gauke Review. The criminal justice system, as it stands, is failing many victims. Their voices must be heard loud and clear as this review continues and any recommendations are implemented: assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67b350...
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Lizzie Dearden @lizziedearden.bsky.social · 18/02/2025
Serious violent and sexual offenders are being sent into open prisons years earlier than previously because of an unannounced policy introduced quietly last year Victims were not consulted and have been told they can have "no input" on the process inews.co.uk/news/stabbed...
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'He stabbed me 24 times’: Victims fear violent inmates will be out on day release
Violent offenders can be let into open prisons years earlier under a relaxation of rules. Natalie Queiroz, whose ex tried to kill her, says victims are in danger
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Surviving Economic Abuse (SEA) @seacharity.bsky.social · 18/02/2025
Make sure you follow Surviving Economic Abuse to: ℹ️Learn how to spot economic abuse 👩‍⚖️Get updates on laws & policies that impact survivors 📢Help break the silence around economic control. Every follow helps us raise even more awareness of economic abuse.
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Russell Webster @russellwebster.com · 18/02/2025
Justice spending in England & Wales @theifs.bsky.social analysis of how justice spending in England & Wales has fallen over last two decades. www.russellwebster.com/justice-spen...
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Justice spending in England & Wales - Russell Webster
The Institute for Fiscal Studies analysis of how justice spending in England & Wales has fallen over last two decades.
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Gavin Hales @gmhales.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
The latest Home Office crime outcomes data were published last week. I've updated my chart tracking charge rates for rapes recorded in recent years. That shows further improvements, with the 2023/24 charge rate tracking well above previous years. #crimestats #soteria
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Katie Kempen @katiekempenvs.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
This is quite lovely. I, too, feel pretty lucky to have children who still need me to take them to concerts and lucky that pop music is having a moment.
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Katie Kempen @katiekempenvs.bsky.social · 01/02/2025
January reads - ‘Dotter…’ and ‘Why Can’t I Just Enjoy Things?’ were my unexpected stand outs. Both beautiful and empathetic books. Eliza Clark as well written and upsetting as ever.
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