Welcome to the website of the Domestic Abuse Commissioner
The Domestic Abuse Commissioner for England and Wales is the independent voice for victims and survivors of domestic abuse.
Nicole Jacobs was appointed in 2019 as the first Domestic Abuse Commissioner and was reappointed for her second three-year term in 2022.
“I am delighted to be the Domestic Abuse Commissioner.
Nicole Jacobs, Domestic Abuse Commissioner for England and Wales
“I will use my unique statutory powers to champion victims and survivors of all ages, status, and backgrounds, and will shine a light on good practice and practices that fall short to end the postcode lottery of domestic abuse services in England and Wales.”
Highlights
Latest news
Domestic Abuse Commissioner responds to tougher homicide sentencing measures
Today the Ministry of Justice announced two new statutory aggravating factors for murder sentencing, along…
All domestic abuse perpetrators must be exempt from SDS40, says Commissioner
“I am deeply concerned to hear that 37 prisoners – who were serving sentences for…
Domestic Abuse Commissioner publishes immediate priorities for criminal justice system
Today, the Domestic Abuse Commissioner has published a briefing highlighting her immediate priorities for change…
Commissioner warns early release scheme puts domestic abuse victims at risk
Today, an early prison release scheme comes into effect that will see some offenders released…