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Overview

The Young Witness Service is a free, independent and confidential source of support and assistance for children under 18 years old who have to attend court as witnesses in Northern Ireland. Northern Ireland is currently unique in the UK as the only nation to have its own dedicated Young Witness Service, which has been provided by us since its establishment in 1999.

By supporting young witnesses the service aims to:

• reduce the stress experienced by children and young people
• prevent any further trauma
• help them give their best evidence
• ensure full and appropriate attention is given by professionals and the criminal justice system to the needs of young witnesses.

Our workers and volunteers provide information and advice to children and young people - as well as their family, friends and supporters - before, during and after the trial.

We adapt the support we give to meet the child's individual needs and the legal context of their case. We help children complete their victim personal statements. Where appropriate, the service can make referrals to other agencies for further support for the young witness.

The Young Witness Service is available to young witnesses in all types of crime in every Crown, Magistrate and Youth court. It's funded jointly by the NSPCC and the Department of Justice in Northern Ireland.

They provide support in Northern Ireland for young prosecution witnesses (under 18 years old) in criminal cases, and their parents/carers before, during and after any trial.

Eligibility

Young prosecution witnesses (under 18 years old) in criminal cases

Address:

Phone:
028 9448 7533