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Jersey Boosts Police to Fight Violence Against Women
23 Oct
Summary
- More than a dozen new police roles will be created on Jersey.
- £5m budget allocation targets violence against women and girls.
- Funding will enhance capacity and introduce new protective laws.
Jersey ministers have confirmed the creation of more than a dozen new police roles to address escalating violence against women and girls. Senator Helen Miles, Minister for Justice and Home Affairs, announced this initiative in response to a query regarding the allocation of £5 million from the budget specifically for tackling this issue.
The new positions, including detective constables, a digital forensic investigator, and a telecomms specialist, are intended to boost the capacity within the justice system to handle the current demand. The funding will also be distributed to other departments to help enact new laws offering greater protection to women.
Nearly £500,000 of the allocated funds will be dedicated to staff training focused on addressing existing operational pressures and building essential capacity. The majority of the investment prioritizes direct contact with victims, alongside crucial advancements in training, digital forensics, and technology.
