The Domestic Abuse Commissioner welcomes the introduction of the Non-Fatal Strangulation offence which comes into force today (June 7th) but says a co-ordinated implementation strategy is needed by Government, so the new offence has the impact that is so desperately needed. Nicole Jacobs said today: “This offence must not be allowed to sit on the …
Many people have worked tirelessly to see a Victims Bill and I welcome the draft legislation published today. This Bill aims to centre the voices of all victims including those who have experienced or are experiencing domestic abuse and offer these survivors more support. The draft legislation marks a step in the right direction to …
The horrific impact on survivors and widespread prevalence of domestic abuse has come into sharp focus over the last two years and we have seen strong calls from the public for a more robust response to against violence against women and girls in the home and on the streets. Today the Government has announced its …
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Domestic Abuse Commissioner updates and extends Easy Read version of her survey which aims to end ‘postcode lottery’ of services Commissioner will use her legal powers laid out in the Domestic Abuse Act to tackle inconsistencies Survey for anyone aged over 16 who used or thought about using domestic abuse services in the last three …
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The Domestic Abuse Commissioner has today announced the appointment of researchers at the London School of Economics and Political Science, commissioned to produce a report on support for victims and survivors of domestic abuse who have no recourse to public funds (NRPF) in summer 2022. The research will be conducted over six months from January …
Last October my office published the Safety Before Status report about migrant survivors of domestic abuse. It found that some of the most vulnerable domestic abuse victims are being forced to stay with their abusers or face homelessness and destitution because they are ineligible to access public funds to flee. Today the Home Office has …
Domestic Abuse Commissioner critical of government failure to offer safe reporting mechanisms for migrant victims of domestic abuse Government rejected recommendation to create a ‘firewall’ to enable migrant victims to safely report domestic abuse to police without fear of being reported to immigration authorities Decision plays into hands of perpetrators who threaten victims with deportation if they report their …
Commissioner launches ambitious national mapping survey aimed at 2.3m domestic abuse victims across England & Wales Comprehensive survey of all victims is first step in ending the ‘postcode lottery’ of services Commissioner will use her legal powers laid out in the Domestic Abuse Act to tackle inconsistencies Survey for anyone aged over 16 who used …
Every day I hear from domestic abuse survivors about their experiences in the family courts. Far too often survivors and their children have been let down and retraumatised through the process and it is one of my utmost priorities to change this. The stakes in these cases could not be higher. The family justice system …
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In response to the Office of National Statistics latest figures on domestic abuse, the Domestic Abuse Commissioner, Nicole Jacobs, said: “Domestic abuse recorded by the police remains at near record volumes across England and Wales. Last year the numbers recorded by police were up 79,000 (6 per cent). “During the national lockdowns, we heard of …
CPS charging rates fell for the third year, ONS statistics show Read More »
