Claire Waxman

Claire Waxman is the newly appointed Victims’ Commissioner for England and Wales. She is currently newsworthy due to her strong stances on proposed changes to the justice system and their potential impact on victims, particularly women and girls. Recently, Waxman has warned against a potential government U-turn on limiting jury trials, arguing that such a move could further strain the justice system and deter victims from reporting crimes. She believes Justice Secretary David Lammy must resist pressure to reduce jury trials. Furthermore, she has criticized a Labour plan to jail fewer offenders, asserting that this undermines the Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) strategy. Waxman's comments highlight the importance of victim support and the potential consequences of policy changes on their access to justice and protection.