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Posted on: 10 May 2024

Our Guide to Understanding Domestic Abuse

Domestic violence is often perceived only as physical acts of violence – But it’s much more complicated than that. A lot of the time, people witnessing or experiencing this kind of behaviour don’t know that it is domestic violence. It therefore often goes on unreported and is often ignored. But domestic violence can happen at any point in a person’s relationship and there are many forms that it can take.

Posted on: 23 Feb 2024

Church of England Redress Scheme

In 2023, the Church of England announced a redress scheme to compensate and support abuse survivors. Backed by the Synod, it offers financial, emotional, and spiritual aid, alongside legal cost coverage, to those abused by Church figures, without needing a police report or conviction. Simpson Millar provides legal guidance, stressing the scheme's aim to simplify compensation claims for survivors.

Posted on: 30 Nov 2023

A complete culture shift is needed if we’re to eradicate abuse in the workplace

Hywel Thomas discusses the need to change workplace culture to stop abuse. He mentions many cases of sexual harassment and assault in different jobs like fast food, TV, retail, health, and government. There's a common problem of hiding these issues and not helping victims.

Posted on: 30 May 2023

Extended Prison Sentence for Former Nottinghamshire Children’s Home Worker after Being Convicted for Further Historical Sexual Abuse

A woman in her 40s has bravely come forward to speak about the abuse she suffered as a child at First Avenue children’s home in Carlton, Nottinghamshire.

Posted on: 23 May 2023

Government Announces National Redress Compensation Scheme for Victims of Child Sexual Abuse

The Home Secretary announced on Monday 22 May that a national redress scheme to compensate victims of child sexual abuse will be introduced in England.

Posted on: 13 Apr 2023

Why Report Sexual Abuse in the Catholic Church to the Police?

More survivors are coming forward to speak up about abuse they've experienced within Catholic churches. In this article, we discuss why it's so important to report sexual abuse in the Catholic church to the police, and how to seek help if you have suffered abuse in the church.

Posted on: 12 Apr 2023

Scouts UK Continues to Settle Sexual Abuse Claims, Paying Out Over £6 Million While Accusations of Victim Silencing are ongoing

Two women have accused former Scout leader, Phillip Perks of sexual assault. The two survivors have claimed that the Scouts UK organisation were silencing them and protecting Perks, who has now passed away. An internal investigation is underway and we hope the victims are able to achieve the justice and closure they seek.

Posted on: 28 Mar 2023

Over 40 Former Pupils Bring Sexual Abuse Claim Against Formby High School Teacher

Over 40 former pupils of Formby High School in Merseyside are claiming to have been sexually abused by their former teacher, Ian Farquharson, who took his own life in 1992. The pupils are bringing a lawsuit against Sefton Council.

Posted on: 17 Feb 2023

Ex-pupils Make Sex Abuse Claims against 15 Staff at Yehudi Menuhin Music School

Back in 2013, violinist Nigel Kennedy claimed he and other children had been sexually abused at his former school, Yehudi Menuhin Music School. Following the school’s involvement in a recent Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse, 14 more ex-pupils have made new allegations against 15 staff.

Posted on: 08 Feb 2023

Ofsted Admit to Failings After Child Abuse Investigation into Doncaster Children’s Homes

The BBC have recently completed an investigation into two children’s homes in Doncaster after reports of physical and emotional abuse by staff. The homes, owned by the Hesley group, upheld a “Good” rating by Ofsted, despite over 100 complaints being logged. This was highlighted by leaked documents and interviews with former staff who tried to speak out.

Posted on: 01 Feb 2023

Met Police Admit Failure to Investigate Sex Abuse Allegations Against Former Officer

David Carrick is facing sentencing relating to serious sexual assaults over two decades, during his time as a police officer. Repeated inaction by the Metropolitan Police means that despite multiple accusations against him, Carrick wasn’t fully investigated for over 20 years.

Posted on: 30 Jan 2023

Church of England Set Precedent by Reporting on Historic Sexual Abuse

The Church of England banned a former bishop for life after he was accused of covering up sexual abuse. The CoE reported this to the police and handled the case internally, which is an approach that was recommended recently by the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse.

Posted on: 18 Jan 2023

South Wales Swimming Teacher Sentenced After “Campaign of Sexual Abuse”

Robert Rixon of Porthcawl abused girls as young as 11 at a swimming and lifeguarding club he ran at a local school. He’s now been sentenced to 25 years in prison after being charged with 29 counts of sexual assault.

Posted on: 10 Jan 2023

Victim success in historic sexual abuse case against former church minister

A former church minister was recently found guilty and imprisoned for sexual assault on 6 boys. 25 years have passed since the abuse and one of the victims has died since. Cases like these show it’s possible to achieve justice, even for incidents that happened years ago.

Posted on: 21 Dec 2022

6 Years of the #MeToo Movement

6 years have passed since the #MeToo movement began in the US. It has since become a global phenomenon, sparking conversation about sexual harassment and abuse. Since conversations began, many people have developed a better understanding of what constitutes sexual abuse.

Posted on: 08 Dec 2022

Simpson Millar Solicitors Supports People During the Holidays

As the holidays approach and reminders of Christmas are scattered in every shop, restaurant, TV programme and advert, we want to share our thoughts on the difficulties many face during this period, and how you can look after yourself and others.

Posted on: 25 Nov 2022

Simpson Millar Supports White Ribbon Day

White Ribbon Day is a global awareness day organised by the UK’s leading charity engaging men and boys in ending violence against women and girls, White Ribbon.

Posted on: 10 Nov 2022

Former Pupils Open Civil Lawsuit Against Swalcliffe Park School

In November 2022 10 former Swalcliffe Park pupils took legal action against the specialist Oxfordshire boarding school after suffering alleged physical, sexual and emotional abuse from staff members and classmates between 1975 and 2008.

Posted on: 02 Nov 2022

Head of Navy Orders Inquiry after Sexual Abuse Allegations

Royal Navy Adm. Sir Ben Key has ordered an inquiry into allegations of sexual abuse within the submarine service. The decision follows an article from the Daily Mail which provided first-hand accounts of abuse towards female members of the submarine service.

Posted on: 25 Oct 2022

Eastenders Explores Criminal Process for Reporting Sexual Abuse

Eastenders has been running a storyline that shows character Ben Mitchell making the decision to disclose the sexual abuse he suffered in May to the police. As Abuse Lawyers, we know it takes an immense amount of courage to report any kind of abuse and we’re glad to see the platform shine a light on the criminal process.