Sadiq Khan: Perpetrators of violence against women and girls need to be held to account

The video discusses a refreshed strategy to tackle violence against women and girls using a public health approach. It emphasizes early intervention, supporting victims, and holding perpetrators accountable. The strategy includes enhancing community partnerships and providing additional funding for support services. Challenges in the legal system, such as low conviction rates and long trial waits, are highlighted. The importance of improving trust in the police and justice system is stressed, along with the need for better funding for victim support groups.

What challenges do victims face in the criminal justice system according to the text?

Why is it important to improve funding for victim and survivor support groups?