BARONESS Newlove, the wife of Warrington murder victim Gary Newlove, has been appointed as the new Victims’ Commissioner by the government.
The appointment has been welcomed by the Foundation for Peace charity based in Warrington which supports victims and those affected by terrorism and violence.
Helen has been a campaigner for victims since the tragic death of her husband Gary in 2007 and her new role as a champion for victims and witnesses will see her engaging with organisations like the Foundation for Peace.
Nick Taylor, the Foundation’s Chief Executive said: “Helen’s appointment as Victims and Witnesses Commissioner is recognition of her role as an activist and community champion.
“Our Foundation was set up by campaigners Colin and Wendy Parry in memory of their son Tim and Johnathan who were victims. We believe a strong independent voice is needed for victims at the heart of Government and Helen is absolutely the right person to do this.
“We look forward to working with Helen in her new role and send her our congratulations on this appointment.”
Helen’s new role will require her to liaise with ministers to offer advice on aspects of the Criminal Justice System that affect victims and witnesses.
The three-year post had previously been held by Louise Casey, but had been vacant since Casey stepped down in October 2011.
Baroness Newlove appointed as Victims' Commissioner
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Gary Skentelbery
Experienced journalist for more than 40 years. Managing Director of magazine publishing group with three in-house titles and on-line daily newspaper for Warrington. Experienced writer, photographer, PR consultant and media expert having written for local, regional and national newspapers. Specialties: PR, media, social networking, photographer, networking, advertising, sales, media crisis management. Chair of Warrington Healthwatch Director Warrington Chamber of Commerce Patron Tim Parry Johnathan Ball Foundation for Peace. Trustee Warrington Disability Partnership. Former Chairman of Warrington Town FC.
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What happened to her husband was a tragedy and she, of course, has my sympathy. However, being a victim does not give her any particular expertise, except as a witness to the damage done. I regarded her appointment to the House of Lords and what followed as nothing more than a PR stunt by the government – I have not read, seen or heard anything since which would change my mind.
OMG.