Government announces continued funding to support victims of terrorism

The government has announced further funding for organisations supporting victims and survivors of terrorist attacks.

Four organisations providing support to victims and survivors of terrorist attacks will receive continued funding.

Since October 2020, Cruse Bereavement Support, the Peace Foundation, South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust and Victim Support have been receiving this government funding.

With this funding, these organisations have set up a 24/7 support line, offered mental health assessments and referrals, provided bereavement support and established long-term peer support networks.

Cruse Bereavement Support issues bereavement support for those who are not currently eligible to receive support under the Homicide Service.

The Peace Foundation runs a long-term peer support network for victims of terrorism as well as providing one-to-one casework support.

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust’s service provides outreach, screening, assessment and onwards referral for psychological treatments.

Victim Support offers a 24/7 support line allowing victims to access immediate, practical, and easily accessible support.

Home Secretary, Priti Patel, said: "We recognise the victims of terror attacks can be affected in more ways than many of us could ever contemplate.

"The continuation of funding will ensure those affected by terrorist attacks can be provided with a broad range of practical and emotional support in their attempt to work through these traumatic events."