To place any family notices visit bit.ly/HTnotices, or to view visit bit.ly/HTannoucements. We publish tributes (obituaries) free. Fill in this simple online form: https://bit.ly/HTtribute ALLEN (nèe Brown) Hazel Mary Peacefully in hospital on 4th April, aged 81 years. Devoted wife of the late Leslie and much loved mother to John and David. Cherished gran, sister, aunt and friend to many. Formerly of Thruxton, Hereford recently resident at Carey Lodge, Wing. The service will be private due to current restrictions. Donations in Hazel’s memory, if desired to Alzheimers.org.uk BLACKWELL Stanley Lionel (Stan)
The
Travis County District Attorney’s Office, led by
José Garza, has announced a major shift in policies and practice to better support survivors of “interpersonal violence,” including domestic abuse and sexual assault.
Announced today (Friday, Feb. 25), the new policies will go into effect immediately, though some aspects, such as a
new community advisory board, won t be finalized for another month or two. The office’s three-page announcement highlights four areas of focus: Prioritize victims; ensure access to justice for all victims; collaborate with community advocates and experts; and improve transparency. Together, the changes are “designed to ensure that victims of interpersonal violence and complex trauma know that reporting their abuse or harm will not mean they are retraumatized, ignored, or accused of not being credible,” according to the announcement.