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Economic abuse and the law: what you need to know

This blog will explore what is meant by economic abuse and how it can affect those who experience it. It may therefore be difficult for some survivors to read. Please take care whilst reading and see the bottom of this blog for further support.  illustrated graphic showing a woman with pink hair reading a 'legal guide' booklet

Voyeurism and upskirting: what are they and what are your rights?

Whether you have heard about voyeurism and upskirting in the media or from friends, or have experienced it yourself, it can be useful to know what it involves and what the law says about it in Scotland. That’s why we have launched a new guide exploring voyeurism and upskirting in more detail, and outlining your options if it happens to you.

This short blog provides a brief overview of the guide’s contents. We recommend you access the full guide for further detail.

 

SWRC and JustRight Scotland meet with Victims and Community Safety Minister

Staff members at JustRight Scotland and the Scottish Women’s Rights Centre welcomed Siobhian Brown, Minister for Victims and Community Safety, on Wednesday 19th July.

Pro-Bono Solicitor Network: Launching Tuesday 27th June 2023

Q&A with Rebecca Coltart

From Tuesday 27th June we will have a new Helpline open and operated by a network of Pro-Bono Solicitors. As we launch the helpline, we’ve spoken with Rebecca Coltart, one of the solicitors that has signed up to be involved. Below, she shares why she joined and what she feels are the critical issues in the civil legal system today, for both solicitors and survivors of gender-based violence.

You can find more information about our Pro-Bono Solicitor Network on our website.

Guest Blog by Researchers for "Domestic Abuse and Child Contact: The Interface Between Criminal and Civil Proceedings"

In this blog, Michele Burman, Ruth Friskney, Jane Mair and Richard Whitecross discuss their research on the operation of family law in child contact cases where there is a background of domestic abuse.

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