Council of the European Union greenlights law reinforcing protection of victims’ rights

'Today, the Council gave the final go-ahead to an EU law that reinforces the rights of victims to information, support and protection. Victims will be able to report a crime more easily and will have access to an EU-wide helpline for support and information. Victims’ personal data will also be better protected. This new directive updates the 2012 EU law on the rights, support and protection of victims of crime.

This updated EU law sends a clear message: victims deserve strong protection of their rights and effective support. No one should have to face the aftermath of crime alone. With the EU-wide helpline 116 006, victims anywhere in the EU can access information on their rights, as well as support and guidance when they need it most.

Costas Fytiris, Minister of Justice and Public order of the Republic of Cyprus

8th June 2026

https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/press/press-releases/2026/06/08/council-greenlights-law-reinforcing-protection-of-victims-rights/