Paragraph 229 Information, referral to victim support services and needs assessmentsI1

United Kingdom

If the Commanding officer’s investigation needs to interview a victim, the Commanding Officer must ensure that the investigative interview is conducted in a way that considers the needs and views of the victim in order to minimise his or her stress. This should be planned in advance, taking into account factors such as:

(1)

the need for an intermediary or linguistic assistance to help the victim to communicate their evidence effectively;

(2)

any disabilities the victim has;

(3)

the timing and location of the interview;

(4)

the gender of the interviewer and victim;

(5)

the need for a suitable adult to be present to provide emotional support.

Annotations

Commencement

I1: Sch. para. 229 in force at 16.11.2015, see reg. 1