5. The Messages

Ruth’s messages sometimes appear enthusiastic - but at other times she says she is scared, traumatised and wants to stop. Solicitor Rachel Horman-Brown explains why messages in controlling relationships cannot be read in isolation. Former chief prosecutor Nazir Afzal reflects on the challenges around issues of consent in the justice system.

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Presenter: Catrin Nye

Writers: Catrin Nye and Jamie Bartlett

Exec Producer: Kavita Puri

Series Producer: Ruth Mayer

Commissioner: Bridget Curnow

Sound Design: Ivor Manley

Title Track: David Wrench

Researchers: Emily Parsons and Liv Facey

Production Management Assistant: Daisy Carol

Production Manager: Mandy Osborne