The independent voice for victims and survivors of domestic abuse
The Domestic Abuse Commissioner for England and Wales is dedicated to ensuring victims and survivors – no matter who they are or where they live – receive the right support and help, exactly when they need it.
Dame Nicole Jacobs
Domestic Abuse Commissioner for England and Wales
“As Domestic Abuse Commissioner, I will listen to victims and survivors and use my unique powers to drive forward the changes they want to see to improve the response to domestic abuse.”
Latest news
Domestic Abuse Commissioner responds to police reform white paper
Today, Monday 26th January, the government has published its police reform white paper, From local to national:…
Domestic Abuse Commissioner responds to government VAWG Strategy
Today, Thursday 18th December, the government has published its cross-government strategy setting out how it plans…
Domestic Abuse Commissioner responds to government reform of criminal courts and funding for victims services
Dame Nicole Jacobs, Domestic Abuse Commissioner for England and Wales, said: “It’s clear we need…
3.8 million people subject to domestic abuse in the last year
Today, Wednesday 26th November 2025, the ONS has published the latest overview of domestic abuse…