When someone is the victim of a violent crime, it is right that they receive compensation in recognition of the injuries they have sustained and to help rebuild their lives.

Rachel Cairnes, policy and public affairs adviser at the Association of Consumer Support Organisations (ACSO), responded to the Ministry of Justice consultation on the Criminal Injuries Compensation scheme review.

Matthew Maxwell Scott, executive director of the Association of Consumer Support Organisations (ACSO), responded to the Department for Transport call for evidence on 'Roads policing'. 

Rachel Cairnes, policy and public affairs adviser at the Association of Consumer Support Organisations (ACSO), responds to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) consultation 'GC20/3 Guidance for firms on the fair treatment of vulnerable consumers'.

It is a sign of positive intent when a prime minister launches a task force. Margaret Thatcher dispatched one to liberate the Falkland Islands in 1982 and its success helped secure a resounding victory in the following  year's general election.