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Domestic Abuse statutory guidance sets out in detail what constitutes domestic abuse, how to identify it and best practices for responding.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
Abusers who strangle their partners in an attempt to control or induce fear will face up to 5 years behind bars when a new offence comes into force today (7 June 2022).
More victims of rape and sexual offences will be spared the stress of being cross-examined in court under a measure rolled out to a further 14 locations today (12 May 2022).
Information about someone’s violent or abusive behaviour will be disclosed faster under changes to Clare’s Law proposed by the Home Office today (7 May).
Home Secretary Priti Patel has today (30 March) launched a new Tackling Domestic Abuse Plan informed by victims and survivors.
Victims of domestic abuse will receive better support as part of a new approach being piloted in the family courts.
£125 million will be handed to councils across England to make sure safe accommodation spaces, such as refuges and shelters, can provide victims with vital support services.
Correspondence from Victoria Atkins MP and Alex Chalk MP to Jess Phillips MP following the second reading of the Domestic Abuse Bill 2020.
Victims of crime will be better heard, served and protected under wide ranging reforms set out by the government today (9 December 2021).
The change to the Serious Violence Duty will be made via an amendment to the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill.
New regulations and guidance set out the level of support councils are required to provide.
British Embassy Bucharest is inviting project proposals by 4 October 2021, to deliver activities and outcomes to address victim-centred police handling of domestic violence cases.
A leading criminal defence barrister has been appointed to conduct an independent review of the law around domestic homicides.
Innovative programmes aim to reduce the risk posed by domestic abuse perpetrators and improve safety and protection for victims.
The Respite Rooms Trial Programme will see 12 local areas across England share £3.7 million to fund accommodation and expert support for victims of violence and abuse.
Councils to now give priority to finding accommodation for victims who are homeless due to domestic abuse.
The bill provides protection to millions of people who experience domestic abuse and strengthens measures to tackle perpetrators.
Under the new Act, councils across England will have a legal duty to provide life-saving support such as therapy, advocacy and counselling in safe accommodation, including refuges.
A package to support our economic recovery from the pandemic, level up communities, and help vulnerable people has been welcomed by the Communities Secretary Robert Jenrick.
Letter from Lord Rosser about the government amendments for the Lords reports stage of the Domestic Abuse Bill.
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