"In an overhaul of victims’ services, up to £50 million would be generated from offenders to help create a speedier, more supportive system for victims of serious crime."

Nominations for the 2013 Criminology Prize are accepted

The Stockholm Symposium: "The nomination period for the 2013 Stockholm Prize in Criminology is now open. The Prize is awarded for outstanding achievements in criminological research or for the application of research results by practitioners for the reduction of crime and the advancement of human rights. The prize sum amounts to at least 1 million SEK. Any three criminologists, or a criminological organization, can make a nomination. Already nominated candidates are eligible for all future awards. Last day to make a nomination is May 2, 2012".