Domestic Abuse Bill

07 Jul Home affairs

‘Rough sex’ defence set to be banned after MPs back bid to change ‘chilling’ law

MPs have backed legislation that will outlaw the “chilling“ use of “rough sex” that campaigners say has allowed killers to escape punishment.

30 Jun Social affairs

We must halt the erosion of specialist Black and minority ethnic domestic abuse support services

Abuse is not one size fits all, and support shouldn't be either. The Government must recognise that specialist ‘by and for’ services provide Black and minority ethnic women with a lifeline

28 Jun Coronavirus

With surging domestic abuse incidents during lockdown, ministers must provide proper support for victims

What are ministers doing to tackle the additional difficulties that victims of abuse have faced during this crisis?

16 Jun Political parties

Explained: Labour’s Stella Creasy and Nadia Whittome on why treating misogyny as a hate crime could aid the battle against domestic abuse

As the long-awaited Domestic Abuse Bill enters its committee stage, a group of MPs are urging the government to consider misogyny — hatred and contempt for women — as a hate crime.

10 Jun Coronavirus

NSPCC accuses ministers of 'turning a blind eye' to children affected by domestic abuse in lockdown

The NSPCC has accused ministers of "turning a blind eye" towards children impacted by domestic abuse amid soaring numbers of reported cases.

09 Jun Home affairs

Domestic abuse survivors could be given salary advances as government launches workplace help review

Domestic abuse victims “in real financial hardship” could be given emergency early access to their salary under government plans to offer them more support at work.

02 May Coronavirus

Coronavirus: Communities Secretary vows priority council housing for people fleeing domestic abuse

People fleeing domestic abuse will be given priority for council housing amid fears of a surge in cases during the coronavirus lockdown, the Communities Secretary has announced.

28 Apr Coronavirus

No one in our society should become homeless because they have had to flee domestic abuse

This lockdown throws into sharp relief why it’s essential that domestic abuse survivors are guaranteed the right to a safe home, write Rosie Duffield, Neil Coyle and Bob Blackman

28 Apr Coronavirus

We need targeted measures in the Domestic Abuse Bill to improve support for survivors through the coronavirus crisis and beyond

The Covid-19 crisis has added incredible urgency to the issue of tackling domestic abuse. The priority right now must be to ensure anyone who finds themselves at risk of harm can get help.

27 Apr Coronavirus

Surge in coronavirus domestic abuse cases needs ‘urgent’ attention of Cobra, MPs tell Priti Patel

Ministers are being urged to ramp up their support for victims of domestic abuse amid a surge in cases during the coronavirus lockdown.

12 Apr Coronavirus

Priti Patel unveils extra help for domestic abuse support lines amid surge in demand during coronavirus lockdown

Domestic abuse helplines will receive a £2m funding boost so they can support people affected by the crime during the nationwide coronavirus lockdown, the Home Secretary has vowed.

26 Mar Coronavirus

Domestic abuse should have been higher up the Government's agenda. They must act now to save lives

Domestic abuse was bound to rise during the coronavirus crisis. Ministers must quickly start to put out public health advice to tackle the rising number of incidents

09 Mar Political parties

Jess Phillips MP: The Domestic Abuse Bill is to be welcomed, but there is still work to be done

The long-awaited Domestic Abuse Bill contains some good measures – but there is still a way to go to ensure proper protection for victims, writes Jess Phillips MP

17 Feb Home affairs

Ministers unveil £16m cash boost to tackle 'postcode lottery' in help for domestic abuse survivors

Ministers will hand more than £16m of new money to councils in a bid to end the "postcode lottery" in support provided to survivors of domestic abuse.

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14 Oct 2019 Home affairs

Queen's Speech: EHRC welcome a continued commitment to protect people from domestic abuse

Chief Executive of the EHRC, Rebecca Hilsenrath, says changes to voting procedures need to be thought through carefully.

02 Oct 2019 Home affairs

WATCH: Labour MP Rosie Duffield shares harrowing experience of domestic abuse

In an emotional Commons speech, Labour MP Rosie Duffield said she had suffered "constant hurt" during her coercive relationship.

18 Sep 2019 Home affairs

The new Domestic Abuse Commissioner has the power to hold Government to account

Writing exclusively for Politicshome on the appointment of the UK’s first Domestic Abuse Commissioner, Minister Victoria Atkins says she has been moved to hear of survivors’ resilience and strength.

18 Sep 2019 Home affairs

Boris Johnson blasts 'outrageous' treatment of crime victims as he unveils domestic abuse crackdown

Boris Johnson has called for a major overhaul of the criminal justice system, as he blasted the "outrageous" mismatch between the support given to victims and perpetrators.

12 Sep 2019 Home affairs

Boris Johnson confirms plan to reintroduce domestic abuse bill next month

Ministers will reintroduce a bill aimed at tackling the “horrific crime” of domestic abuse next month, Boris Johnson has confirmed.

04 Sep 2019 Home affairs

Yet again domestic abuse victims are the collateral damage of party politicking

For three years victims, campaigners and parliamentarians have worked to create a Domestic Abuse Bill that will save lives. But the legislative vehicle has once again failed some of the country’s most vulnerable people, writes Jess Phillips

16 Jul 2019 Home affairs

Theresa May vows to tackle 'vile' domestic abuse as long-delayed bill introduced

Theresa May has promised to tackle the "vile crimes" of domestic abuse in one of her final acts as Prime Minister.

30 Jun 2019 Education

Theresa May to use final days in office to pass new domestic abuse legislation

Theresa May is said to be planning on using her final days in office to make sure new domestic abuse legislation is passed.

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07 Jun 2019 Health

Mind responds to landmark study which finds women experiencing domestic abuse are three times more likely to develop a mental health problem

A study out today by the Royal College of Psychiatrists and the University of Birmingham has found that women experiencing domestic abuse are three times more likely to develop a mental health problem. The study shows that the likelihood is much higher than previously understood and is the first of its kind, looking at women’s experiences over time from the point at which they have an experience of abuse.

03 Jun 2019 Communities

Domestic abuse survivors need the safety and stability of a permanent home

Refuges are just one part of the rebuilding process for people who have experienced domestic abuse. Safe homes for the longer-term must also form part of the picture, writes Neil Coyle