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Rapist jailed in private prosecution

14 July 202320 September 1995

In the media: Who counts and who pays?

14 July 202316 June 1995

Government attempts to cut compensation to victims of violence. As reported in the New Law Journal, the new system of fixed tariffs for specific injuries cuts victims’ money by £250million a year.

Press release: In defending Sammy Davis, women defend themselves against rape

6 July 20232 December 1994

This victory makes legal history. However, it is now urgent that the Home Secretary allows Mr Davis to return back to the UK.

Cracker programme (TV) – protest racism

14 July 202325 November 1994

A Danger to Women.

Granada television's episodes of Cracker promotes the classic racist stereotype of Black rapist and white victim.

In the media: TV rape slur angers black viewers

14 July 202324 November 1994

As reported in The Weekly Journal, drama production Cracker is under attack from a Black Women’s group for its portrayal of Black men as rapists. Women Against Rape demand that the remaining two programmes are withdrawn and not televised.

Child Support Act: Robbery with Violence

14 July 20236 October 1994

The facts regarding the Child Support Act. Defending our rights: This act makes women more vulnerable to rape and other violence in relationships and undermines single mothers’ right to Income Support.

Letter to Granada Television: speaking out against racial stereotyping

14 July 20232 June 1994

We raise concerns about the proposed TV episode of Cracker. We object to the information we gave Granada TV, based on women’s experiences and struggle, being misused to give credibility to a dangerous stereotype.

Press release: Government denies women the power to refuse domestic violence

14 July 20236 April 1994

We speak out against the Governement’s Domestic Violence Awareness Campaign This campaign, in fact, offers little or nothing in the way of services, protection, policing or resources for women in violent relationships.

Claiming compensation for rape and sexual assault

14 July 20235 July 1993

Help and advise on how to claim compensation and how to appeal the court decisions