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In addition to healthcare struggles, the backlog of court cases relating to rape and sexual offenses has been described by England’s Chief Prosecutor, Steven Parkinson, as "totally unacceptable." In his commitment to tackling this issue, Parkinson noted that victims currently face lengthy waits for justice, which adversely affects not only their willingness to pursue cases but also the outcomes of those cases. Initiatives such as appointing more victim liaison officers were proposed as an immediate response, though many within the legal community argue that these measures may fall short given the volume of cases.