Offenders to Help Fund Support for Crime Victims in Scotland

Offenders to Help Fund Support for Crime Victims in Scotland

Victims of crime across Scotland are set to receive further practical support as a key fund opens for new applications. The Victim Surcharge Fund, which is paid for by penalties imposed on offenders, is now accepting bids from support organisations for a share of more than £700,000. Since its launch in 2019, the fund has helped more than 5,000 people and distributed over £2.4 million to 18 organisations working directly with victims. It offers a…

State deploys record support for crime victims

State Office of Victim Services Director Bea Hanson explains how the Hochul administration plans on spending record levels of funding for crime victims