Sexual violence54 mins agoRape crisis service 'a lifeline' to victims of abuseVictim says she needed specialist help to cope with the mental trauma of years of sexual abuse.54 mins ago1 day agoWoman's ordeal after abduction and rape by fake taxi driverBarzan Nawshowani is serving eight years for the abduction and rape of the woman, who has now spoken to BBC Scotland.1 day ago5 days agoFunding cut is devastating, says abuse charityA woman supported by the service says it saved her life.5 days ago7 days agoHundreds of my abusers are still out there, says victim as grooming inquiry launchedThere needs to be accountability for the failings that led to this mass exploitation of children in UK, says survivor. 7 days ago30 Mar 2026Next court date set for ex-Radio 1 DJ Tim WestwoodFormer BBC Radio 1 DJ Tim Westwood, who is accused of sex offences against seven women, is next due in court in December.30 Mar 202627 Mar 2026Man, 25, arrested after woman rapedThe woman managed to flee the scene before flagging down a member of public for help.27 Mar 202618 Mar 2026Has investigative crime unit improved military justice?The Defence Serious Crime Command (DSCC) removes the complaints process from the chain of command. 18 Mar 202613 Mar 2026Parliament misconduct allegations reported to policePresiding Officer Alison Johnstone told MSPs that parliament police had been made aware of the report.13 Mar 202613 Mar 2026Police force improves management of sex offenders Inspectors say Lincolnshire Police's handling of sex offenders no longer poses a risk to the public.13 Mar 2026...
