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 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…
Domestic Abuse Commissioner responds to the removal of the presumption of parental involvement
Today, 22 October 2025, the UK Government has announced its intention to repeal the presumption of parental involvement from the Children…
Majority of Family Court cases involve domestic abuse but system still not responding
New research reveals that domestic abuse is ‘everyday business’ within the family justice system, as…