Burnham pledges review of rape trials after Brand conviction

Crime · First reported 9 Nov, 11:58 · Updated 12:10

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Andy Burnham said he would examine how rape trials are conducted and bring forward plans for specialist police teams. The Irish News report also highlights his pledge to encourage women to come forward.

Burnham said he would study how rape trials are conducted and would not rule out legal changes.
He said rape and serious sexual offence teams would be established in every police force by the end of next year, bringing the plan forward from 2029.
The Irish News reports that Burnham has pledged to encourage women to come forward.

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Key facts

Police teams target: Rape and serious sexual offence teams in every force by the end of next year; the previous target was 2029.
Burnham’s stated next step: He said he would study what happened in the case and look at how rape trials are conducted.
Further investigation: The Metropolitan Police said further allegations against Brand are being investigated.