Report urges recording evidence to protect rape victims

Pre-recorded cross-examination should be piloted in the courts to better protect vulnerable witnesses such as rape victims, a report has found.

‘Hearing Every Voice — Towards a New Strategy on Vulnerable Witnesses in Legal Proceedings’ also recommends the increased use of pre-recorded evidence.

The report by a multi-agency group, including representatives from the Bar, academia, An Garda Síochána, the Courts Services, and NGOs also recommends that: