CPS response to HMCPSI follow-up inspection of the recommendations made in the 2020 joint inspection: ‘Joint Inspection evidence led domestic abuse prosecutions’, 16 October 2025 | The Crown Prosecution Service

CPS Response to HMCPSI Follow-up Inspection

The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) has received a follow-up report from His Majesty's Crown Prosecution Service Inspectorate (HMCPSI) regarding the 2020 joint inspection of domestic abuse prosecutions.

The 2020 inspection examined the handling of evidence-led domestic abuse prosecution cases by the police and CPS, resulting in four recommendations for CPS improvement.

We are encouraged by HMCPSI’s recognition of the progress made to ensure the right mechanisms and frameworks are in place to support effective case handling; however, we are aware there is more work to be done to fully implement the recommendations.

Author's summary: CPS reviews progress on domestic abuse prosecution improvements.

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