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Footballer David Goodwillie faces private rape prosecution after Scottish government approves legal aid funding

  • The Scottish Government has approved legal aid for Denise Clair's private prosecution against David Goodwillie for rape, as no criminal charges have been filed against him since a 2017 civil court ruling confirmed his guilt.
  • Denise Clair expressed her relief and determination for justice, stating, 'I can finally begin the journey to proper justice,' while highlighting the delays in the government's decision.
  • Denise's legal team will initiate actions in the High Court for Scotland's first private criminal prosecution in 150 years, with Goodwillie given the chance to plead.
  • The legal aid award was described as 'derisory' by opposition politicians, amounting to just £2,500 despite claims by the Scottish Government that it was an appropriate use of public funds.
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Footballer David Goodwillie faces private rape prosecution after Scottish government approves legal aid funding

A civil court ruled in 2017 that David Goodwillie and former Dundee United teammate David Robertson raped a woman at a property in West Lothian following a night out in 2011.

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The Herald ScotlandThe Herald Scotland
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Scottish Government approves legal aid for Goodwillie private prosecution

Ms Clair is seeking a rare private prosecution

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Glasgow LiveGlasgow Live

Scottish Government awards David Goodwillie rape victim legal aid to pursue criminal trial

A civil court ruled in 2017 that Goodwillie, who now plays for West of Scotland League side Glasgow United, and former teammate David Robertson raped Denise Clair, but no criminal charges have been filed against the pair.

·Glasgow, United Kingdom
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The CourierThe Courier

David Goodwillie rape victim to seek private criminal prosecution after landmark ruling

The Scottish Government has approved legal aid for Denise Clair. Legal papers will be served to the former Dundee United striker in the first private criminal prosecution in Scotland for 150 years.

·Dundee, United Kingdom
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The NationalThe National

Scottish Government approves legal aid for David Goodwillie rape victim

The Scottish Government has approved a legal aid application for the private prosecution of disgraced footballer David Goodwillie for rape.

·Glasgow, United Kingdom
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Daily RecordDaily Record

SNP Government awards Goodwillie rape victim legal aid to pursue criminal trial

The Scottish Government has decided to award Denise Clair legal aid meaning she will make legal history by bringing the first private criminal prosecution in Scotland for 150 years.

·Glasgow, United Kingdom
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Daily Record broke the news in Glasgow, United Kingdom on Sunday, February 23, 2025.
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