Compensation Orders (Child Sexual Abuse) Bill

A Bill to require the Lord Chancellor to report on the use by courts of compensation orders for child sexual abuse offences; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

27 March 2019

In Plain English

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The bill would require the Lord Chancellor to report on how courts use compensation orders in cases involving child sexual abuse offences. It aims to improve transparency about the use and outcomes of these orders, and includes related measures to support the reporting.

Key Points

Requires the Lord Chancellor to publish a report on the use of compensation orders by courts in child sexual abuse offences.
The report would cover how often compensation orders are made, the amounts ordered, and who receives the payments.
Aims to increase transparency and accountability in the way victim compensation is handled.
Includes connected provisions to enable or support the reporting.

Progress

The bill is currently at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons. If supported, it will move to committee stage for detailed examination.

Who is affected?

Victims of child sexual abuse and their familiesOffenders convicted of child sexual abuse offencesCourts and judicial staff responsible for issuing compensation ordersThe Lord Chancellor and the Ministry of JusticeVictim support organisations and related legal aid groups

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Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Compensation Orders (Child Sexual Abuse)

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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