PM refuses to back holding public inquiry into Sarah Everard murder but admits rape prosecutions take too long – live
Latest updates: PM says women should trust the police but admits Sarah Everard case has focused attention on how crimes against women are handled
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In another micro-announcement related to the conference released overnight, Priti Patel, the home secretary, said a further £25m is being released for projects from the Safer Streets fund. It will be spent on “making public places safer for all, with an emphasis on the safety of women and girls”, the Tories say.
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