'Better for victims': $18.9 million invested in director of public prosecutions
The ACT government has announced an $18.9 million funding boost for the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions to address rising caseloads. This investment will create 24 new permanent positions, including additional prosecutors and witness assistance officers. The funding aims to improve support for victims and enhance the efficiency of the justice process.
- ▪The funding will help address a significant increase in sexual assault and family violence cases.
- ▪24 new permanent positions will be created within the office, including six prosecutors and four witness assistance officers.
- ▪The investment is described as the largest ever made in the DPP, aimed at retaining experienced staff and improving long-term planning.
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Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions gets $18.9 million in funding after sounding alarm over rising caseloadNBy Niki BurnsideTopic:BudgetTue 19 May 2026 at 1:41pmTue 19 May 2026 at 1:41pmTue 19 May 2026 at 1:41pmA funding boost for the office of the director of public prosecutions has been announced by the ACT government following lobbying from the chief prosecutor. (ABC News: Callum Flinn)In short:The ACT government has made a "significant" investment in the office of the director of public prosecutions to address rising demand for its services.The office has seen a spike in sexual assault cases over the last five years, contributing to an over-burdened workforce.DPP Victoria Engel and Attorney-General Tara Cheyne said the investment would be put towards increased support for…
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