Victims of sexual offences denied justice for sake of child perpetrators, says Jess Phillips
Former safeguarding minister calls for sentencing guidelines review and fears crime now seen as ‘content for an eyeball economy’ The former safeguarding minister Jess Phillips has said victims of sexual offences committed by children are being asked to “suck it up” for the sake of their attackers’ rehabilitation and called for a review into sentencing guidelines. In the past month, cases of teenage boys given lenient sentences after being convicted of rape and sexual assault
Former safeguarding minister Jess Phillips has voiced concerns that victims of sexual offenses perpetrated by minors are being overlooked. She argues that the justice system is prioritizing the rehabilitation of young offenders, effectively telling victims to "suck it up." Phillips is calling for a review of current sentencing guidelines, citing recent cases where teenage boys received lenient sentences for serious sexual assault convictions that have caused public outcry.
This situation raises critical questions about the balance between rehabilitating young offenders and ensuring justice and support for victims of sexual crimes.
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