HJ Talks About Abuse
346 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago -We’re starting the conversation about sexual abuse to inform and offer legal support for listeners, by discussing recent cases and topics which have been ignored for too long.
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Justice Beyond Conviction: A Survivor's Victory in Civil Court
July 05, 2024 13:40 - 8 minutes - 7.69 MBIn this episode, Danielle and Hannah discuss a recent media-highlighted case where a woman sued her therapist for sexual assault and was awarded over £200,000 in damages by the High Court. Despite the lack of a criminal conviction, this case underscores the possibility of pursuing civil claims for justice. The survivor's journey, spanning over eight years, is a testament to resilience and the importance of seeking justice beyond the criminal courts. This episode sheds light on the different...
Government Proposals to Ease Civil Claims for Child Sex Abuse Victims
June 28, 2024 15:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBIn this episode, Alan Collins, the head of the abuse team, explores the UK Conservative government's proposals to make it easier for child sex abuse victims to bring civil claims. These proposals are designed to reduce the trauma survivors face during legal proceedings. The episode delves into the intricacies of the Limitation Act 1980, which currently requires claims to be made within three years of a victim turning 18. Alan discusses the challenges posed by this limitation, especially for...
Election Promises and Child Abuse: A Critical Review
June 20, 2024 14:22 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBIn this episode, Alan dives into the manifestos of the Labour Party, the Conservative Party, and the Liberal Democrats to examine what they have to say about child abuse and related issues. Alan provides a non-partisan analysis, focusing on key topics such as mandatory reporting laws, justice for victims, and proposed redress schemes. Alan discusses the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (ICSA) recommendations and how each party addresses—or fails to address—them. He highlights the...
A Journey from Volunteer to Director: Zoe Bell's Story at East Kent Rape Crisis Centre
June 11, 2024 14:40 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBWelcome to the H.J. Talks About Abuse podcast, the podcast where we talk about sexual abuse cases in the hope that it will assist listeners in openly discussing topics which have been ignored for too long. This podcast is brought to you by the abuse team at Hugh James. We are lawyers, so we tend to speak about the legal aspects of abuse cases, but we aren't too shy to speak up about the broader issues faced by survivors of sexual abuse, too. We hope that you find it interesting, but more th...
Female Teacher's Abuse: Unpacking the Case of Rebecca Joynes
June 04, 2024 10:25 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBWelcome to the H.J. Talks About Abuse podcast, brought to you by the abuse team at Hugh James. In this week's episode, Alan Collins and his colleagues Kathleen Hallisey, Danielle Vincent, and Hannah Hodgson discuss the distressing case of Rebecca Joynes, a female schoolteacher recently convicted of sexual offences against two 15-year-old schoolboys. Join us as we delve into the details of the case, exploring the legal and broader issues faced by survivors of sexual abuse. Hannah provides a ...
Unveiling the Dark Side: The Case of the Disgraced Vicar
May 24, 2024 10:13 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MBWelcome to the HJ Talks About Abuse podcast, brought to you by the abuse team at Hugh James. In this episode, Alan Collins, the head of the abuse team, along with his colleagues Kathleen Hallisey and Hannah Hodgson, delve into the unsettling case of Reverend Julian Wheeler, a former Church of England clergyman recently convicted of sexually abusing two altar boys. We discuss the legal concept of vicarious liability and its implications for organisations in cases of abuse. This episode highl...
A necessary dialogue: Abuse in the navy
May 16, 2024 13:34 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MBIn this insightful episode of the HJ Talks About Abuse podcast, the host Alan Collins, partner at Hugh James, and his colleague Danielle Vincent come together to discuss the pressing issue of sexual abuse allegations within the Royal Navy. This frank dialogue is sparked by recent media coverage around a whistleblower, Sophie Brook, a former Royal Navy submarine naval officer, who courageously brought to light the inadequate handling of her own sexual abuse allegations. Alan and Danielle exp...
NI Redress Scheme Closing 2 April 2025
May 10, 2024 12:20 - 18 minutes - 16.6 MBIn this episode of the HJ Talks About Abuse podcast, the hosts, Alan Collins and Danielle Vincent discuss the Northern Ireland redress scheme. This scheme was established as compensation for adults who suffered abuse while they were children in the care system in Northern Ireland between 1922 and 1995. The scheme was initiated by the UK parliament on the basis of several recommendations. The Redress Board in Northern Ireland administers this compensation scheme. Danielle and Alan delve into...
Sexual Abuse, Stalking, and Overcoming Trauma
May 03, 2024 14:33 - 15 minutes - 14.7 MBDelve into the themes of 'Baby Reindeer', a riveting Netflix series, with Danielle and Hannah in the H.J. Talks About Abuse Podcast. This episode presents a thoughtful discussion about the serious issues portrayed in the TV series, which include sexual abuse, stalking, and broader issues faced by survivors of such traumas. As legal experts, Danielle and Hannah also explore the legal aspects surrounding these issues. They talk about the power dynamics, the stigmatization, and the barriers to...
Confronting the Crisis in Our Digital Age
April 26, 2024 14:58 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBIn this engaging podcast episode, Alan Collins, head of the abuse team at Hugh James Solicitors, dives into the alarming issue of child sexual exploitation via technology, particularly focusing on the startling fact that children as young as three are being embroiled in online sexual abuse. Collins discusses a recent report by the Internet Watch Foundation, which confirms the horrifying extent of this crisis. Alan asserts that this isn't just an issue for governments, law enforcement, or so...
Breaking The Silence on Sexual Assault on Older Woman: An Eastenders Storyline
April 19, 2024 15:29 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBWelcome to the latest episode of the HJ Talks Abuse podcast where we discuss sexual abuse cases to facilitate discussion on often neglected subjects. Brought to you by the legal experts at Hugh James, we aim to not just address these cases from a legal standpoint but also bring to light to broader issues suffered by survivors of sexual abuse. In this week’s episode, we discuss mainstream soap EastEnders storyline that follows the sexual assault of an older female character perpetrated by...
Decoding the Apology in Sexual Abuse Cases
April 12, 2024 09:08 - 17 minutes - 16.6 MBWelcome to the latest episode of the HJ Talks Abuse podcast where we unpack sexual abuse cases to facilitate discussion on often neglected subjects. Brought to you by the legal experts at Hugh James, we aim to not just address these cases from a legal standpoint but also bring to light to broader issues suffered by survivors of sexual abuse. In this episode, host Alan Collins, the partner heading the abuse team at Hugh James, is joined by expert colleague Danielle Vincent. They discuss an ...
The Role of Safeguarding Training with Safeguard First
April 05, 2024 15:52 - 28 minutes - 219 MB VideoOn this week’s episode of the HJ Talks About Abuse podcast, our host Danielle Vincent discusses failings in child safeguarding and the lack of training available with special guests Lucy McCollum and Amy Lott. Lucy and Amy have founded Safeguarding First, a charity that provides safeguarding training. We discuss the need for safeguarding training and how this could not only prevent abuse taking place but provide guidance on whistleblowing/reporting. Specifically founded with a mission t...
Survivor-Led Conversations on a Silent Issue
March 28, 2024 10:14 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBJoin Danielle Vincent and her colleague Kathleen Hallisey on the HJ Talks About Abuse podcast, sponsored by the abuse team at Hugh James, as they welcome guest Tanith McCulloch, the Sibling Sexual Abuse Project Officer. This particular episode aims to shed light on the seldom-mentioned issue of sibling sexual abuse, offering insights from a survivor-led project aimed at empowering survivors and addressing the legal implications and broader issues they face. Tanith McCulloch introduces her n...
Unpacking the Controversial Sexual Consent Campaign - HJ Talks About Abuse Episode Discussion
March 15, 2024 13:55 - 9 minutes - 8.51 MBIn this week's episode of HJ Talks About Abuse, hosts Kathleen Hallisey and Hannah Hodgson delve into the nuances of a controversial campaign addressing sexual consent. Aptly titled "I'm Asking For It," the campaign, fronted by Emily Atack and orchestrated by CPB London and Right to Equality, aims to push for an overhaul of legal regulations surrounding sexual offences and promote the affirmative consent model. The hosts critically analyse this campaign and its potential implications for sur...
The Failures in Police Institutions Revealed by the Sarah Everard Case
March 08, 2024 11:50 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBIn this episode, we delve into the serious issues brought forward by the tragic Sarah Everard case. The story of Sarah Everard, a victim of former police officer Wayne Cousins, confronts us with the frightening reality of sexual abuse committed by rogue police officers within the very institution meant to protect us. We explore this dreadful case in detail, focusing on the problematic systems that allowed Cousins to become and remain a police officer. Given the disturbing nature of this dis...
The Need for Effective Mandatory Reporting Laws
February 28, 2024 09:24 - 12 minutes - 12 MBWelcome to this insightful podcast brought to you by Alan Collins, the head of the abuse team at Hugh James. As he explores the current stance on child abuse reporting, he dives into the necessity of mandatory reporting and the implications of non-enforcement. Alan underscores the need for a law that requires individuals aware of child abuse to report the incident to the police or relevant authorities. Alan discerns the substantial gaps in the existing system, noting that the majority of We...
Victims Forced to Choose: Seeking Justice or Seeking Therapy?
February 23, 2024 14:17 - 9 minutes - 13.3 MBJoin us on the latest episode of HJ Talks About Abuse as we delve into a pressing issue impacting survivors of sexual violence in the UK. In this episode, we explore the disturbing dilemma faced by victims: the choice between seeking therapy for healing or risking the use of their therapy notes against them in court proceedings. Drawing from a recent article by inews.co.uk, our hosts navigate the complexities of this issue, shedding light on its profound implications for survivors' mental h...
HJ Talks About Abuse: An interview with Yours in Scouting Part3
February 16, 2024 11:58 - 24 minutes - 34 MBThis week we catch up with Lucy and Sheanna – two of the co-founders of “Yours In Scouting”. We discuss the progress since we last spoke 6 months ago and how the Scouts have responded to the campaign. We talk about what has been learnt along the way and what is next for Yours In Scouting. Anyone interested in providing a testimonial or signing the petition can find more information here www.yoursinscouting.org We recorded the last one June/July 2023 so we can use the original blurb...
HJ Talks About Abuse: Rochdale Grooming Review
February 08, 2024 15:46 - 19 minutes - 26.7 MBWelcome to "HJ Talks About Abuse," where we confront the uncomfortable truths surrounding exploitation and injustice. In this gripping episode, hosts H and J delve into the harrowing saga of the Rochdale Grooming Scandal, a tragic tale of systemic failures and unimaginable suffering. For years, vulnerable children in Rochdale, Greater Manchester, were subjected to the depravity of grooming gangs who exploited their innocence with drugs and alcohol before subjecting them to horrific abuse. D...
HJ Talks About Abuse: Tradesman Convicted for Sexually Assaulting 6 Year Old Girl in Her Home
January 19, 2024 15:32 - 9 minutes - 12.4 MBIn this episode of HJ Talks About Abuse, the team discusses a deeply disturbing case that has shaken the community, Ako Hussain Pur, a 32-year-old tradesman, has been convicted and sentenced to seven years in prison for the sexual assault of a six-year-old girl in her own bedroom. The horrifying incident took place while Pur was carrying out building work at the family's home in Sheffield.
’Predatory’ ex-social worker Raymond Poyner jailed for historic child sexual abuse
January 12, 2024 16:01 - 9 minutes - 12.6 MBIn this week's episode, the abuse team are dedicated to unraveling the layers of abuse, discussing its impact, and fostering conversations that empower survivors. In this episode, we delve into a recent case that has shocked communities – the sentencing of former social worker Raymond Poyner for historic child sexual abuse. Hosts guide listeners through the harrowing details of Poyner's predatory actions, examining the profound and lasting effects on his victims. Explore the emotional testi...
Virtual Reality Sexual Assaults: Police investigate virtual Sex Assault on a Girl’s Avatar
January 05, 2024 14:58 - 19 minutes - 27.2 MBIn this week's episode, the abuse team embark on a riveting journey into the uncharted territories of the metaverse with "Virtual Reality Sexual Assaults: Police investigate virtual Sex Assault on a Girl's Avatar," a groundbreaking podcast that delves into the legal, ethical, and societal challenges emerging in the world of virtual reality (VR) and the metaverse. We explore a recent and unprecedented case that has sent shockwaves through the virtual landscape—the first reported incident of ...
Implementation of the Online Safety Act: protecting children from pornography
December 28, 2023 11:34 - 15 minutes - 21.3 MBIn this week's episode, the abuse team discusses the implementation of the Online Safety Act, which was recently passed in Parliament with the aim of protecting children from pornography through online age checks.
Sexual predator jailed for voyeurism and rape offences
December 22, 2023 11:18 - 13 minutes - 18.6 MBIn this episode of HJ Talks About Abuse, the team discusses the recent episode of Channel 4's 24 Hours in Police Custody, which focuses the harrowing case of Loui Cadman, who filmed a woman urinating without her consent before raping her in an alleyway.
Man jailed for raping a woman on the London Underground
December 15, 2023 16:57 - 17 minutes - 24.1 MBIn this week’s podcast the Abuse Team discusses sexual assaults on public transport and do so in the wake of the widely reported case of the rape committed on London Underground in front of passengers.
Formerly convicted sex offenders using aliases to claim benefits and apply for work
December 08, 2023 14:15 - 13 minutes - 19.2 MBIn this week's episode, the Abuse Team discusses the recent headlines surrounding sex offenders using aliases when claiming benefits or applying for work upon their release from prison.
Government clamps down on spread of AI-generated child abuse images
December 01, 2023 11:42 - 13 minutes - 19.2 MBIn this week's episode, the Abuse Team discusses the increasing use of AI by paedophiles to create child sex abuse images, and how the Online Safety Act aims to hold social media platforms more responsible for the content published on their platforms.
A report into child sexual offending behaviours among Australian men
November 24, 2023 15:45 - 17 minutes - 23.9 MBIn this week's episode, the Abuse Team discusses The University of New South Wales' recently published report on child sexual offending behaviour and attitudes among Australian men.
Sailor jailed for rape on Royal Navy ship
November 17, 2023 14:38 - 14 minutes - 19.4 MBIn this episode, the team discusses Sailor James Carnegie, who has recently been jailed for six years at Truro for raping a female colleague on bard a Royal Navy ship while overseas.
Plymouth Brethren Christian Church members under investigation for alleged sexual abuse
November 10, 2023 15:59 - 18 minutes - 26 MBIn this episode, the team discusses the recent reports that have surfaced uncovering decades of alleged child sexual abuse within the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church.
Man jailed for 27 years following historic sexual abuse at boarding school
November 02, 2023 11:47 - 11 minutes - 15.4 MBIn this week's episode, the abuse team discusses the subject of sexual abuse in schools, prompted by the recent headlines surrounding an ex-boarding school employee who has been jailed for 27 years following sexual offences he committed against students.
Rail industry cracks down on sexual harassment
October 20, 2023 14:22 - 14 minutes - 20 MBIn this week's podcast, the abuse team discusses the ongoing issue of sexual harassment on the railway. In recent times, it is sadly not uncommon to see many headlines involving sexual harassment and assaults that have taken place on trains and underground lines across London and the rest of the UK.
Army inquiry finds sexual harassment from boss led to female soldier’s suicide
October 13, 2023 14:13 - 12 minutes - 17.8 MBIn this week's episode, the abuse team discusses the recent inquiry into Jaysley Beck's death after she took her own life following an intense period of sexual harassment behaviour by her boss within the military.
Abercrombie & Fitch ex-CEO accused of exploiting men for sex
October 06, 2023 09:52 - 13 minutes - 19.1 MBIn this week's episode, the abuse team discusses the recent investigations surrounding allegations of sexual misconduct by the ex-CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch and his partner. They were allegedly exploiting men at sex events they hosted around the world.
Sexual abuse in medical settings
September 28, 2023 15:40 - 19 minutes - 27.3 MBIn this episode the team discuss the subject of sexual abuse in medical settings, as female surgeons report being sexually harassed, assaulted and raped by senior male surgeons in the workplace.
Sexual abuse within the comedy industry
September 22, 2023 13:41 - 18 minutes - 25.2 MBIn light of the recent allegations against comedian and actor Russell Brand, the abuse team have a conversation about how the comedy industry uses humour to abuse and silence women, and has done so for many years.
Tagging system for prisoners to protect survivors of abuse
September 15, 2023 13:37 - 12 minutes - 17.5 MBIn this episode, the team discusses the launch of the new tagging scheme that is being launched in the East and West Midlands, to protect victims of abuse from perpetrators when released from prison.
Scout leader jailed for sexually abusing two children
September 08, 2023 10:36 - 11 minutes - 16.2 MBIn this latest podcast the team discusses the recent ex-scout leader who has been convicted for sexually abusing two children at a scout camp.
A discussion on Emmerdale’s sexual abuse storyline
September 01, 2023 14:18 - 11 minutes - 15.2 MBIn this week's episode, the team discusses the upcoming storyline in Emmerdale regarding the well-known character Lydia Dingle's rape storyline, played by Karen Blick.
Abuse in military settings
August 25, 2023 14:42 - 14 minutes - 19.2 MBIn this week’s episode of HJ Talks about Abuse, the team discusses the recent case of a Royal Navy commander who put his hand down female sailor's pants on train ride back from day trip to Amsterdam is jailed for 10 months for sexual assault. As a result of this and similar cases, two independent studies have concluded military police and military courts should not be handling these cases, it should be the civilian police and the civilian courts. Our thoughts.
The effectiveness of Operation Bluestone on increasing rape convictions
August 18, 2023 08:59 - 14 minutes - 19.2 MBIn this week’s episode of HJ Talks about Abuse, the team discusses rape trials and convictions, in particular a headline that has been in the press recently regarding Avon and Somerset Police’s new ‘whole story approach’ named ‘Operation Bluestone’, aimed at increasing rape prosecutions.
Sexual predators posing as Uber drivers
August 11, 2023 13:46 - 14 minutes - 20.6 MBIn this week’s episode of HJ Talks About Abuse, Danielle and Hannah from the Abuse team discuss the recent headlines surrounding a sexual predator who posed as an Uber driver to sexually assault women.
Wind River: Sexual Abuse in Ethnic Minority Communities / Isolated Communities
August 08, 2023 09:52 - 14 minutes - 19.5 MBImagine a remote area in Wyoming, USA, with vast forests and snow-capped mountains. Wind River, a film inspired by true events, delves into the dark world of violence and sexual abuse faced by American Indian women in this very region. The movie portrays the heartbreaking story of two teenage American Indian girls who fall victim to sexual abuse and murder, shedding light on an endemic issue affecting Native American and Alaskan Native women. Shockingly, according to a Department of Justice ...
Actor Kevin Spacey cleared of sexual abuse charges
July 28, 2023 08:58 - 17 minutes - 23.4 MBIn this week’s podcast, the Abuse team discuss some recent headlines involving Kevin Spacey’s not guilty verdict for sexual abuse allegations, and Andrew Malkinson’s overturned conviction after spending 17 years in prison for rape that he did not commit. Further, the team discuss the historic case of Stefan Kiszko, another wrongful conviction for rape and murder, who also faced prison time for a crime he did not commit.
An interview with Yours in Scouting Part 2
July 21, 2023 11:03 - 24 minutes - 34 MBThis is the second part of the interview with founders of Yours in Scouting, Sheanna Patelmaster and Lucy Pincott. They debate on the effectiveness of mandatory reporting, mass safeguarding training for Scout leaders and provide advice for survivors who are thinking of disclosing their abuse.
An interview with Yours In Scouting Part 1
July 14, 2023 10:24 - 18 minutes - 25.4 MBIn a first episode of two parts, Alan and Danielle speak with Sheanna Patelmaster and Lucy Pincott founders of Yours In Scouting about the reasons for setting up this website and current campaign following their abuse by scout leaders.
The difficulties of sexual abuse disclosure for a child or their parents
July 06, 2023 11:25 - 18 minutes - 25.6 MBIn this week's episode of HJ Talks About Abuse, the team discusses The difficulties for the child or parent/guardian in disclosing sexual abuse.
Sexual misconduct in the workplace
June 29, 2023 14:48 - 14 minutes - 19.3 MBIn this week's episode the abuse team discuss various cases of sexual misconduct in the workplace, after an ex-Director of a law firm was recently struck off the role for sexual harassment in the workplace.
‘I’m Tired of This’: campaign to stop sexual abuse of women exercising in public
June 08, 2023 15:05 - 18 minutes - 25.3 MBIn this week's episode, the abuse team discuss ‘I’m Tired of This’ - a recent campaign calling for an end to sexual abuse and harassment of women and girls exercising in public across the West Midlands.