Crown Prosecution Service

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United Kingdom

The principal public agency for conducting criminal prosecutions in England and Wales.

CCI Score

31.81

-0.02% April 18

Latest Event

CPS Launches Probe into Russell Brand Allegations

The Crown Prosecution Service announced that police had launched an investigation into historical sexual assault allegations against comedian Russell Brand, following investigative reports by major UK media outlets. This proactive step reinforces the agency’s commitment to upholding justice and protecting victims.

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Crown Prosecution Service is currently rated as a Dissenter.

+25 to +44 CCI Score

These companies are vocal in their opposition to authoritarian regimes. They publicly criticize oppressive policies and engage in advocacy efforts to promote accountability and transparency, even if their actions aren’t as extensive as those of Moral Leaders.

Latest Events

APR

04

2025

CPS Launches Probe into Russell Brand Allegations
60.00

The Crown Prosecution Service announced that police had launched an investigation into historical sexual assault allegations against comedian Russell Brand, following investigative reports by major UK media outlets. This proactive step reinforces the agency’s commitment to upholding justice and protecting victims.
MAR

29

2025

CPS Declines Prosecution in Sexual Violence Case
-60.00

The Crown Prosecution Service decided not to prosecute Andrew Tate on sexual violence and abuse charges, prompting four British women to file lawsuits against him.
JAN

08

2025

CPS Drops Charges Against Protesters
68.10

The Crown Prosecution Service decided not to proceed with charges against 34 protesters facing new 'locking on' offences, effectively halting prosecutions ahead of trial. This decision followed a lack of sufficient evidence and comes amid growing concerns over laws introduced to suppress peaceful dissent.
+70

Public and Political Behavior

March 30

By dropping charges against protesters, the CPS is upholding the right to peaceful demonstration and resisting the use of new, restrictive laws ('locking on' provisions) that can be used to stifle dissent. This decision protects freedom of assembly and signal a commitment against authoritarian legal practices.

UK: Crown Prosecution Service ends case against 34 protesters in landmark plastic pollution demonstration
JAN

26

2024

CPS Updates Guidance on Modern Slavery Prosecutions
63.91

The Crown Prosecution Service has released updated legal guidance on modern slavery and human trafficking offences, outlining detailed procedures for victim support, evidentiary standards, and special measures. The guidance emphasizes thorough investigations, victim protection, and adherence to international obligations, aiming to prevent exploitation and ensure fair treatment of vulnerable individuals in the criminal justice process.
+70

Public and Political Behavior

March 30

The updated guidance underscores the CPS's commitment to protecting vulnerable populations and ensuring due process, which aligns with strong public and political behavior that upholds human rights and resists authoritarian misuse of power.

Modern Slavery and human trafficking: offences and defences, including the section 45 defence
+75

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 30

By detailing comprehensive measures to support victims—such as special measures, proper evidence gathering, and robust victim protection—the CPS guidance reinforces ethical practices and supports human rights, aligning with progressive labor and human rights practices.

Modern Slavery and human trafficking: offences and defences, including the section 45 defence
DEC

14

2017

CPS Enhances Modern Slavery Prosecutions and Training
27.03

On 14 December 2017, the CPS released a statement outlining its enhanced efforts in addressing modern slavery, including improved training for prosecutors, strengthened investigative cooperation with police and international partners, and plans to host an international summit for chief prosecutors.
+70

Public and Political Behavior

March 30

The CPS’s proactive measures to enhance training, international cooperation, and sharing of best practices in the prosecution of modern slavery cases demonstrate strong public and political engagement. This approach helps to hold perpetrators accountable and supports justice for vulnerable victims, aligning with anti-authoritarian and human rights-driven values.

CPS statement on the HMCPSI report on the CPS response to the Modern Slavery Act 2015
+40

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

March 30

By investing in mandatory training for prosecutors and revising its operational framework, the CPS is reinforcing its ethical responsibility in delivering justice and safeguarding the rights of modern slavery victims. This commitment to fair and accountable practices highlights its positive role in upholding human rights standards.

CPS statement on the HMCPSI report on the CPS response to the Modern Slavery Act 2015