Supporting

I have previously worked for Victim Support and currently lead a victim focused service. I truly know the huge impact that crime and anti-social behaviour can have on individuals and communities.

If elected I will:

• Work with the Victims Commissioner who is the national lead for victims services and is part of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners
• Support and invest in the work of various agencies and Charities such as Stars, Shores and Victim Support
• Continuously assess the referral rates from Dorset Police to relevant support services
• Raise awareness of the Victims Code and the Community Trigger to empower those impacted by crime and anti-social behaviour.

It is important that victims, survivors and witnesses are treated with fairness and dignity, and it is my priority that appropriate support and protection is put in place from the start of an investigation through to Court, putting victims first.