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Victim Support has been doing groundbreaking work for victims and witnesses for over 35 years. Below you'll find links to some of our latest news, both nationally and from our local offices across England and Wales.

Journalists can call our media team on 020 7268 0202 or email them at mediaoffice@victimsupport.org.uk. You can also use the contact box on the left to send them a message.

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The Murder Workers: view from the inside

Updated date: 16 May 2013

Follow three Victim Support Homicide Caseworkers as they help families deal with the aftermath of murder in this powerful documentary, The Murder Workers.

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Victim Support Wales is now an official awarder of the Millennium Volunteers Award.

03 November 2010

Millennium Volunteers (MV) is a UK-wide programme supporting young people to make a commitment to volunteer for 200 hours in their community.

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Victim Support responds to Theresa May speech

28 July 2010

Today we welcomed Theresa May’s commitment for a multi-agency approach to tackle anti-social behaviour, but cautioned against ending anti-social behaviour orders (ASBO) without effective alternatives being put in place.

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Victim Support responds to Victims' Commissioner's speech

20 July 2010

Today we echoed remarks made by the Victims’ Commissioner, Louise Casey about the need to rebalance the criminal justice system in favour of victims, but warned against cutting back support for victims of perceived low level crime.