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How it works in Scotland David McKenna Chief Executive

How it works in Scotland David McKenna Chief Executive. 6 Million population 500,000 crimes reported 100,000 referred automatically 80,000 witnesses supported in court 800 volunteers 180 staff 6 Million Euros. Victim Support Scotland is. Independent Charity 80% funded by Government

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How it works in Scotland David McKenna Chief Executive

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  1. How it works in Scotland David McKenna Chief Executive

  2. 6 Million population • 500,000 crimes reported • 100,000 referred automatically • 80,000 witnesses supported in court • 800 volunteers • 180 staff • 6 Million Euros

  3. Victim Support Scotland is • Independent Charity • 80% funded by Government • Reports annually to Government • Works closely with Parliament

  4. Victim Support Scotland operates in • Every local authority area (32) • Every major court (50) • Has local committees • Started in 1985

  5. Victim Support Scotland • Supports victims and witnesses • Receives referrals of victims automatically • Receives referrals of witnesses automatically • Supports victims of unreported crime

  6. Victim Support Scotland • Still has a long way to go • 2013 first ever victims law • Equal partner – police prosecution, courts • Values membership of VS Europe

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