New measures will enable victims of serious crimes to attend court proceedings remotely or give evidence via video link from a separate room, reducing the need for direct face-to-face interaction with offenders. The initiative aims to improve access to justice while addressing concerns over trauma and intimidation during legal proceedings. The government highlights this as part of broader reforms to support vulnerable witnesses in the criminal justice system. Details on eligibility and implementation remain under review.
Funding will allow victims to view proceedings remotely and give evidence from a separate room via video link, the government says.
