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Written question asked by Sarah Atherton (Conservative) on Friday, 25 November 2022, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 30 November 2022 (named day). It was answered by Andrew Murrison (Conservative) on Wednesday, 30 November 2022 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Defence Serious Crime Unit

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what will be the main activities of the new Victim and Witness Care Unit of the Defence Serious Crime Unit; and how many full-time employees it will have.

Answer

The Victim Witness Care Unit (VWCU), part of the Defence Serious Crime Command, will focus on supporting the needs of victims and witnesses. Funding has been secured for the establishment of the VWCU and it is expected to be operational in March 2023. The VWCU will ensure access to independent welfare support based on individual needs. It will provide victims and witnesses with direct guidance and support on how the Service Justice System works and services available, ensuring they are well informed throughout the process.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
96666
Session
2022-23
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Staff Defence Serious Crime Unit
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
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