Quarter of police forces missing basic policies on sexual offences, says Sarah Everard report

A new report by Dame Elish Angiolini reveals that a quarter of police forces in England and Wales still lack basic policies for investigating sexual offenses, despite promises of change following Sarah Everard's murder in March 2021. The report, a follow-up to an earlier inquiry, finds that recommendations, such as banning individuals with prior sex offense cautions or convictions from joining the police, have not been implemented. The report highlights a lack of progress in addressing sexual crimes against women in public spaces and criticizes the absence of momentum, funding, and ambition for prevention efforts. The report emphasizes the need to focus on predatory men and improve police investigations of attackers, while also addressing misogyny and harmful online content.

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