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19/09/2008
'Safe Island' For Sexual Assault Victims Opens
A one-stop location where victims of sexual assault can receive medical care and counselling whilst assisting a police investigation was opened today in Cardiff by First Minister Rhodri Morgan and Home Office Minister Vernon Coaker.
The Safe Island Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) is the twentieth SARC set up throughout England and Wales. By 2011, there will be at least 38 SARCs in existence across the country.
SARCs are a joint venture between police forces, health providers, the voluntary sector and the criminal justice system. They enhance the investigation and prosecution of sexual violence cases whilst allowing health providers and support workers access to victims quickly in a sympathetic environment.
First Minister for Wales, Rhodri Morgan said: "Safe Island will provide a new level of support for victims of sexual violence. This centre will allow people to be treated for the devastating effects of sexual violence in a secure environment and in one place. I congratulate everyone involved in setting up the project. I am confident that the project goes from strength to strength."
Under Secretary of State in the Home Office, Vernon Coaker, also said: "Sexual assault is a horrific crime. Such offences deeply affect the lives of victims and their families, and cause fear in our communities.
"That is why, earlier this year, in the Tackling Violence Action Plan, the Government made a commitment to double the number of SARCs to ensure they cover every part of England and Wales.
"I am delighted that we have been able to support the development of Safe Island and would like to thank everyone involved for the hard work, dedication and commitment that has led up to today."
(JM)
The Safe Island Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) is the twentieth SARC set up throughout England and Wales. By 2011, there will be at least 38 SARCs in existence across the country.
SARCs are a joint venture between police forces, health providers, the voluntary sector and the criminal justice system. They enhance the investigation and prosecution of sexual violence cases whilst allowing health providers and support workers access to victims quickly in a sympathetic environment.
First Minister for Wales, Rhodri Morgan said: "Safe Island will provide a new level of support for victims of sexual violence. This centre will allow people to be treated for the devastating effects of sexual violence in a secure environment and in one place. I congratulate everyone involved in setting up the project. I am confident that the project goes from strength to strength."
Under Secretary of State in the Home Office, Vernon Coaker, also said: "Sexual assault is a horrific crime. Such offences deeply affect the lives of victims and their families, and cause fear in our communities.
"That is why, earlier this year, in the Tackling Violence Action Plan, the Government made a commitment to double the number of SARCs to ensure they cover every part of England and Wales.
"I am delighted that we have been able to support the development of Safe Island and would like to thank everyone involved for the hard work, dedication and commitment that has led up to today."
(JM)
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