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Sep 9, 2016 · The script writers of The Archers are allowing the defence barrister to make a bit of a mess of the opening statements in the trial of Helen Archer. After months of coercive control by Rob, her husband, Helen appeared to have snapped and knifed him. Self-defence or attempted murder?
Apr 4, 2016 · But could something have been done sooner? Some commentors have asked if new laws covering coercive and controlling abuse, which became crime punishable by up to five years in prison from last year – even if the abuse stops short of physical violence – could have helped Helen.
- Stephanie Boland
Sep 5, 2016 · Pat and Ursula in The Archers trial for example, are both prosecution witnesses, but feel very differently about it. A case like this could mean arranging separate waiting areas, if waiting in the same room would increase anxiety. Seeing the courtroom can help people to feel less anxious.
Sep 5, 2016 · Published: Monday, 5 September 2016 at 1:15 pm. As Helen stands trial for attempting to murder husband Rob, Radio Times asked two real-life criminal barristers to argue whether she is guilty or...
Sep 15, 2016 · McNae's essential law for journalists, the backbone of media law, gives an example of covering the case of a "woman defendant accused of attacking a man, [who] claimed that her alleged victim...
Apr 7, 2016 · The domestic abuse storyline in The Archers has been painful listening as Rob progressively undermines Helen with comments about her looks, what she wears, and exaggerating domestic mishaps so as to incrementally isolate her from her work, family and friends.
The Archers Trial Week: The Key Players. Who will be called to appear at Helen’s trial. Meet some of the key witnesses in the case.
