Effective Early Advice & VAWG Strategy - A Guide for Prosecutors

Introduction

This webinar provides a practical, experience based guide to delivering high quality Early Investigative Advice (EIA) in cases involving Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG). Drawing on frontline and strategic experience, the webinar focuses on how prosecutors can shape investigations from the outset, strengthen case theory, and ensure that risk, vulnerability, and public confidence are properly addressed.

By viewing this webinar, you will gain a clear, structured approach to early engagement, trauma informed practice, and multi agency communication.

What You Will Learn

This webinar will cover the following:

• The Purpose of Early Investigative Advice - how early engagement shapes investigative strategy and strengthens case outcomes
• Applying the CPS VAWG Strategy (2025-2030) - practical implications for prosecutors
• Building an effective case strategy - identifying reasonable lines of enquiry, managing digital evidence, establishing effective victim engagement, and anticipating disclosure challenges
• Multi Agency Engagement - effective communication with police, specialist units, and partner agencies to support transparency and integrity
• Practical Case Examples - illustrating how early advice prevents later evidential issues
• Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them - lessons learned from complex VAWG casework and large-scale operations

This pre-recorded webinar will be available to view from Tuesday 20th October 2026

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