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The Domestic Abuse Commissioner for England and Wales, Nicole Jacobs.

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@CommissionerDA

Domestic Abuse Commissioner

@CommissionerDA

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🔔 Last week I launched VOICES at the DAC, my virtual platform for survivors of #DomesticAbuse who want to use their voice to influence change. 📰 This week the first VOICES the DAC newsletter went out to survivors. ⏭️ Find out more and get involved 👇

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3 years

Today - November 1st - marks a historic day in my office @CommissionerDA It's the day that I formally get my powers which means that public authorities have a duty to a) cooperate with us and b) respond to our recommendations within 56 days.

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We want to hear from all #DomesticAbuse survivors so we can understand whether all victims needs are met by services. That is key to our mapping We have listened to feedback from survivors + our office has amended survey to explicitly inc biological sex

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Survey about domestic abuse services

Please take the time to complete our survey. Your feedback is important.

www.homeofficesurveys.homeoffice.gov.uk

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Today the CPS have published their latest figures on domestic abuse. Sadly the outcomes continue to be distressing and unacceptable. Comparing year ending June 2022 to year ending June 2016, prosecutions are down 48% and convictions are down 46.8%. This cannot continue.

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I am delighted to have been re-appointed as the Domestic Abuse Commissioner I am very proud of what we have achieved so far inc mapping services, family courts, migrant survivors etc + will continue to work hard to tackle #DomesticAbuse for all victims

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Domestic Abuse Commissioner reappointed for a second term

Nicole Jacobs, the Domestic Abuse Commissioner, will continue in her role for a further 3 years.

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Thanks @jessphillips for sharing the names of UK women killed over last year where a male suspect has been charged/identified And @K_IngalaSmith @CountDeadWomen for this v important work We must have a domestic homicide oversight mechanism to record all DA related deaths

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Thank you @jessphillips for reading the names of women killed by male suspects in the last year. There are still far too many. We need to see urgent action from leaders across government and all public agencies to tackle violence against women & girls and prevent future deaths.

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BBC Politics

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"I am tired of fighting for systematic change and being given table scraps" Labour MP Jess Phillips reads the names of the women killed as a result of violence over the past year

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Domestic Abuse Commissioner

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📢 My analysis today shows nearly 18,000 domestic abuse crimes are missing from police statistics - after police were instructed to count fewer crimes. Administrative ease must never come before accurate recording of domestic abuse. My statement:

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Nearly Eighteen Thousand Domestic Abuse Crimes Missing from Statistics - Domestic Abuse Commissioner

17,600 fewer domestic abuse crimes have been recorded in statistics published today, after police were instructed to deliberately count fewer crimes. In June 2023, the Home Office instructed the...

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Domestic Abuse Commissioner

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Anyone who has a secret phone that they may hide from an abusive partner needs to read this + take action to switch it off or put in on airplane mode. #DomesticAbuse survivors please note. Please read this + share as widely as you can. Thanks @RefugeCharity Read more ⬇️

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A new Emergency Alert system is being rolled out by the government this year that will notify all phones with a sounds - including when they are on silent. Having a secret phone can be a lifeline for survivors so we've created a guide on managing alerts:

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Today I have launched a mapping survey for anyone who is over 16, in England + Wales who has experienced #DomesticAbuse over the last 3 years. We need to reach as many survivors as possible over the next 8 weeks. The survey is available here:

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I spoke to @BBCNews about horrifying new reports on the injustices faced by survivors of domestic abuse in the #FamilyCourts . All eyes are watching this issue. We need urgent reform. I look forward to working with @MoJGovUK who respond to my #FamilyCourt recommendations soon.

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I was moved to watch @jessphillips from the @HouseofCommons public gallery today marking #InternationalWomensDay by reading the list of women killed since this time last year This list remains far too long + my heart goes out to the families + friends Thanks @CountDeadWomen

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Today I am launching our new report about migrant survivors #DomesticAbuse which shows victims are often forced to stay with perpetrators or face destitution because they can't access public funds. I am calling on the Govt to put #SafetyBeforeStatus .

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Today it's International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, marking the first day of #16DaysOfActivism Domestic abuse is everyone's business. We must come together and play our part in tackling all forms of violence against women and girls.

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3 years

I am so pleased to see the #DomesticAbuseBill get Royal Assent today. It's down to the tireless work of many people. Here I outline some of the wins. Hard work ahead and more to do but for today let's celebrate.

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I am extremely concerned by harrowing reports on #FamilyCourt published @BBCNews today. I hear from hundreds of victims & survivors about the devastation wrought by family court proceedings. We need urgent and wide-reaching reforms to restore public faith in the family court

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For months we’ve been investigating serious alleged failures in our #FamilyCourt A convicted child rapist was granted residency of a child. 5 mums died, 3 took their own lives. 75 children forced into contact with dads reported for abuse. #bbcnews

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🧵Every day #DomesticAbuse victims tell me that children’s safety is being put at risk in #FamilyCourt + that they are retraumatised through the process We must see immediate accelerated change @MoJGovUK Today I launch my vision of the practical reforms we need now 1/9

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Victim blaming and stereotyping in reporting of #DomesticAbuse and #VAWG minimises abuse and supports the dangerous and harmful narratives that legitimise and normalise violence. I have written to @DCMS , @IpsoNews and @Ofcom calling for swift action.

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What coverage of Nicola Bulley, Emma Pattison and Brianna Ghey tells us about an out-of-control...

From victim-blaming to shockingly intrusive, the reporting has been painful to observe, says domestic abuse commissioner Nicole Jacobs

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I don't use phrases like national emergency lightly The most frequent reason women are murdered is because #DomesticAbuse . Many people have seen it as an emergency for a long time. We need action + leadership now across police, Govt + other agencies

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🧵Rape + #DomesticAbuse victims utterly failed by @metpoliceuk : proper vetting should have weeded Carrick out 20 yrs ago I want an urgent meeting with Met Chief + @SuellaBraverman to get a full action plan to rid the police of all perpetrators. 1/5

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David Carrick: Metropolitan Police sack serial rapist police officer

Home Secretary Suella Braverman warns there could be "more shocking cases" involving police officers.

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That a fifteen year old girl was killed on her way to school yesterday is devastating. My thoughts are with her family and loved ones who are facing an unthinkable tragedy. Girls & young women should be able to live free from violence on the streets and in their relationships.

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Schoolgirl, 15, stabbed to death in London, UK, as police confirm murder investigation under way

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Tonight, the documentary My Wife, My Abuser will be airing. I wanted to send a message to all male victims of domestic abuse that there is help out there. @RespectUK run the national helpline for male victims. Please do contact them if you need support👇

Domestic Abuse Helpline for Men | Men's Advice Line UK

The Men’s Advice Line is for male victims of domestic abuse. We offer confidential advice, non-judgmental support, practical information and help

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Today marks Int'l Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women + kickstarts #16DaysOfActivism against #VAWG + #Domesticabuse We must come together to eradicate these horrendous crimes which see an avg 3 women killed every 2 weeks in the UK alone @womensaid #IDEVAW2022

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As the holiday season approaches, I want to remind anyone who is subject to #DomesticAbuse that #YouAreNotAlone Details of helplines below ⬇️

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By my calculations - we are 125 days into 2021 and already 52 women have been killed by men (or where a man is the prime suspect). See below: @CountDeadWomen Heart breaking to see their faces - too many lives cut short. There's no excuse.

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At least 52 UK women have been killed by men (or where a man is the principal suspect) so far in 2021

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These are horrifying statistics @womensaid about the impact the #CostOfLivingCrisis is having on #DomesticAbuse victims. 93% say abuse is worse and 73% can't afford to leave. The new PM must tackle this issue immediately - urgent action is needed before the crisis worsens

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The #CostOfLivingCrisis is having an unprecedented impact on women and children and requires urgent government action. Survivors must be offered the help they need to support their children and be free from abuse, shares @FarahNazeer with @SkyNews ⬇️

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This morning on @BBCWomansHour I outlined how the #FamilyCourt can be used as a site of post separation coercive control My new report makes recommendations to ensure there is greater understanding of #DomesticAbuse earlier in proceedings Thanks to @BBCNuala for this dicussion

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3 years

On the day the Domestic Abuse Bill gets Royal Assent we are proud to launch our new website and our new Twitter account @CommissionerDA Please do have a look.

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Ensuring all #DomesticAbuse victims have access to legal support is a key priority for me. I want all survivors of #DomesticAbuse to be exempt from the legal aid means test. Read my full response to the Legal Aid Means Test Review consultation here:

The Domestic Abuse Commissioner responds to Legal Aid Means Test Review Consultation - Domestic...

The Domestic Abuse Commissioner calls for victims and survivors of domestic abuse to be exempt from the legal aid means test in her response to the consultation. You can read all the Commissioner’s...

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We all have a role to play to tackle #DomesticAbuse Over the next 2 days I am bringing together people with lived experience + key players working to support survivors - sector/agencies/govt focusing on change thru innovation, collaboration + good practice. Follow #DACFestival

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Today I am launching a report @GalopUK which shows the huge lack of specialist support for LGBT+ #DomesticAbuse victims. I am calling on Govt to create a dedicated funding pot £262.9m for more specialist 'by and for' services. Report 👉

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🧵I find it horrifying to think police perpetrators of #DomesticAbuse are then showing up to speak to DA victims I raised lack of trust in police; lack of consistency + lack of accountability when I spoke at @CommonsHomeAffs on Policing Priorities Inquiry today @RefugeCharity

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Today is Supporting Male Victims of Domestic Abuse Day. A day when organisations & individuals come together to highlight the support that is out there & encourage male victims to come forward to access the help they need. I want all male victims to know that #MenYouAreNotAlone

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It's "Supporting Male Victims of Domestic Abuse Day" where organisations are promoting support for men in their communities. Do look for #MenYouAreNotAlone and repost/tweet any content - it improves the chances men have of seeing there is help. Thank you.

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"Children do not witness domestic abuse, they live, breathe and normalise it" Thanks to @UkKaleidoscopic for this blog highlighting the impact of #DomesticAbuse on children + what needs to be done to support them

Survivor inspired to set up service for children who have experienced domestic abuse - Domestic...

I am the founder of the charity Kaleidoscopic UK which provides peer support nationally. We are survivors of child and adult domestic abuse in different forms providing threshold free, open- ended...

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We need a much stronger understanding of the links between suicide and domestic abuse, to help prevent future deaths and hold perpetrators accountable I spoke to @LBCNews alongside Kirsty Robinson, who is bravely campaigning in memory of her sister Gemma

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'She would still be here': sister's grief as top cop urges manslaughter charges when abuse victims...

The policing lead for domestic abuse has told LBC she wants more perpetrators to be charged with manslaughter if their victim takes their own life, as bereaved families call for a change in the law...

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4 months

I am very concerned about the number of Claire's Law requests being refused. This law gives anyone the right to ask police for a background check on their partner, providing potentially lifesaving information to potential victims. We must do better. Thank you @MayaOppenheim 👇

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EXCLUSIVE: Thousands of women at risk as police reject over 10,000 background checks on potential abusers

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Today marks the start of #16Days We all have a role to play to eliminate violence against women and girls in all its forms. We owe it to victims and survivors to bring change. Thanks to all those who work so hard every day on the frontline. #OrangeTheWorld .

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I am extremely disappointed @ukhomeoffice has decided against creating a firewall which would have allowed victims to safely report domestic abuse without fear. Dangerous perpetrators will now continue to evade justice. Read my full statement:

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The case could not be clearer @jessphillips @BBCRadio4 - the Govt must explicitly include Violence Against Women & Girls in the serious violence duty in the #PolicingBill Domestic abuse + sexual violence must be strategic priorities for all forces. @kitmalthouse

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Kit Malthouse saying its up to local areas to decide if Violence Against Women and Girls is a "serious crime" is an insult. Imagine him saying that about Terrorism - do it if you want

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I have written to @ukhomeoffice @dwp to express my sincere concerns about the Reducing Parental Conflict programme. It will cause confusion about the difference between ‘parental conflict’ + #DomesticAbuse - putting victims at risk My letter 👉 1/4

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Perpetrators of domestic homicide should not be allowed to dictate from the prison cell decisions about the children whose parent they have killed. I strongly welcome the principles of #JadesLaw My response to @AlexChalkChelt @MoJGovUK announcement 🔽

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🔔Today I am delighted to launch VOICES, my platform for victims & survivors of domestic abuse. VOICES is a virtual platform created for survivors who want to use their voice to influence change. Read more about VOICES below and find out how to sign up👇

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📢Today I reveal that ALL police forces in England & Wales have shared the data of migrant #DomesticAbuse victims. @ukhomeoffice must end this practice that stops victims from reporting and allows abusers to evade justice. 1/3 #SafetyBeforeStatus

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Domestic-abuse victims fear deportation if they go to police

Every police force in England and Wales has reported domestic-abuse victims to Immigration Enforcement.

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Today I publish new research which shows that the vast majority of victims and perpetrators were known to services before a domestic homicide. Any life lost to domestic homicide is a tragic failure by systems. We must do more to protect victims and prevent future deaths. (1/4)

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3 years

This summer I will be convening the first ever England and Wales strategic reference group on perpetrators of #DomesticAbuse . It is time to start asking who is causing the harm, and how can we stop them. You can read more here. @DriveProjectUK @RespectUK

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Domestic Abuse: Putting perpetrators into the picture - Domestic Abuse Commissioner

2021 is shaping up to be a momentous year for domestic abuse policy. It’s as if finally, after a national period of focus on life at home, society is waking up to the scale of the domestic abuse...

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I am urging Govt again to use the #victimslaw to create a firewall so migrant survivors #DomesticAbuse can safely report + escape from abuse without fear of deportation. @SBSisters @lawrsuk @Safety4Sisters @AngelouCentre1 @womensaid @EVAWuk @ApsanaBegumMP makes the case

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I am extremely concerned by this decision by the Court of Appeal. There needs to be a far better understanding of #DomesticAbuse - it's not uncommon for someone to be murdered by their partner or ex and there to be no recorded history of domestic abuse.

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BBC Wales News

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The Court of Appeal has refused to increase the sentence of a man jailed for killing his wife in the first UK-wide lockdown

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It is extremely concerning to see Home Office figs that show that the proportion of victims dropping out of prosecutions has trebled from 8.7% to 26.4% since 2015 - 1.3m cases. @VictimsComm says there is falling confidence in our justice system.

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Prosecutions plummet as victims lose faith in criminal justice system

Record number of people – including 40 per cent of rape victims – pulling out of cases due to court delays and falling conviction rates

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“We should be looking through their eyes first" If we want to get the #FamilyCourt right, children's voices must be front + centre This is why I have proposed a child-centric model in my report launched today Thanks to @hansummers for this piece⬇️

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Watchdog criticises family courts’ handling of domestic abuse

System retraumatises victims of abuse in England and Wales and puts children’s safety at risk, report says

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2 years

This is fantastic news @YvetteCooperMP Well done to all those who worked so hard to lift the six month time limit for #DomesticAbuse prosecutions. It will make a huge difference to victims and survivors

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Yvette Cooper

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Confirmed - Govt has finally accepted our proposal to lift 6 month time limit on domestic abuse prosecutions! We put huge pressure on to get this through. Thanks to @RefugeCharity @womensaid @centreWJ @EricaOsakwe @CommissionerDA We’ll keep up pressure for further action too/

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It's time to change the 6 month time limit on common assault prosecutions for #DomesticAbuse survivors. @YvetteCooperMP said today the current limit means that many perpetrators are not charged and are then free to commit more crimes. I hope the Govt will back her amendment.

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A powerful reminder about the need for specialist support for Black victims of #DomesticAbuse Great work @abenaopp @Sistah_Space who are campaigning #ValeriesLaw to make specialist training mandatory for police + other govt agencies who respond to Black survivors #DomesticAbuse

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Very pleased to welcome the Shadow Minister for Domestic Abuse @jessphillips to deliver our next keynote speech. #DACFestival

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I'm concerned to see Govt scrapping short sentences without a water-tight exemption for perpetrators of domestic abuse, sexual offences or stalking. Current provisions don't go far enough to protect victims. Read more here 👇

Scrapping short jail terms in England and Wales puts women at risk, says abuse watchdog

Exclusive: Nicole Jacobs says policy flies in the face of ministers’ claims to take domestic violence seriously

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The Govt needs to explicitly include #domesticabuse and violence against women and girls in its definition of serious violence in the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill. It will save lives. @womensaid @OfficialMelB @YvetteCooperMP

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1 year

Another week of tragedies My heart goes out to Emma + Lettie Pattison's family + David Carrick's brave victims #DomesticAbuse costs lives + can affect anyone We must redouble work to end #DomesticAbuse support victims + bring abusers to justice

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Epsom College head called relative before she was shot by husband

Police recover a firearm owned by George Pattison who officers believe killed his wife and daughter.

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2 years

I just wanted to share this photo taken after our event @HouseofCommons of most of my team. (Sorry for those who couldn't make it.) I am so proud of the whole team and the work that we are doing to tackle #domesticabuse

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I welcome the raft of Govt measures outlined today to tackle #DomesticAbuse Implementation + funding is key to ensure that these help victims (inc migrant survivors) + stop perpetrators I look forward to meet @RishiSunak @SuellaBraverman to discuss in detail Thanks @BBCNews

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🔔🔔🔔Three big data releases today 1) The CPS have released their quarterly domestic abuse data sets. Compared to the same period in 2019: ⬇️Referrals from the police to CPS have dropped by 5k ⬇️Volume’s of suspects charged dropped by 3.5k ⬇️Convictions have dropped by 4k 🧵1/5

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🔔Applications are open for @womensaid & @ukhomeoffice 's scheme that provides one-off payments to #DomesticAbuse survivors who can't afford to leave their abuser. I hope this funding reaches as many survivors as possible, including those facing the greatest barriers to support⬇️

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Women's Aid

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Please share in solidarity: The @ukhomeoffice Flexible Fund is now open for applications – offering one-off payments to survivors over 16 to help them flee #DomesticAbuse & secure a better future. Applications via member services & our delivery partners:

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10% fewer domestic abuse crimes have been recorded in new statistics today - after new counting rules instruct police to deliberately record fewer crimes. This downplays the reality for victims and the work of police to protect them. My statement 👇

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Great that the new Non Fatal Strangulation Offence comes into force today after so much hard work by many. Now we must see a co-ordinated Government strategy so that it is effectively understood + implemented + does not gather dust on statute shelves.

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Domestic Abuse Commissioner welcomes new Non-Fatal Strangulation offence but calls on Government to...

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...

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Knowing that your partner has a history of abuse is potentially lifesaving information. It is seriously concerning to see such inconsistency in the implementation of Clare's Law. Opportunities to protect victims are clearly being missed. @guardian

Revealed: police refusing requests for background checks on violent partners

Observer analysis reveals forces in England and Wales are leaving people at risk by rejecting Clare’s law checks on suspected abusers

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5 months

Today it's Economic Abuse Awareness Day #EAAD23 Economic abuse is when an abuser limits your financial independence, such as stopping you from earning money through a job. If you are experiencing economic abuse @SEAresource can help you. Find out more⬇️

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I need help - Surviving Economic Abuse

If a current or former partner has interfered with your money or other economic resources to limit your choices, this information is for you.

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Life saving domestic abuse services are hanging by a thread. With many local authorities in funding crisis, I fear for their future and for victims’ safety. These vital services must be prioritised, including through a national duty to fund them.

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UK charities warn of ‘devastating’ council cuts to women’s services

Those dealing with violence against women most at risk as local authorities try to balance budgets, experts say

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Domestic Abuse Commissioner

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1 year

Great to see the 1st first dedicated refuge for male victims of #DomesticAbuse in Greater Manchester. I wish @tweet_tdas every success + look forward to hearing more about Oak House + the support it will offer to male victims. Read more on their website - see below

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TDAS

1 year

We are extremely excited to be opening the doors to our First ever Male refuge - Oak House. A dedicated 6 bed safe accommodation to support men to #BreakFree from #DomesticAbuse 💙💚 Visit our website on the link below for our refuge referral

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8 months

Every twenty minutes, a case involving economic abuse is reported to the police. I welcome recommendations in this new report @SEAresource - the criminal justice system must respond appropriately to #economicabuse & ensure survivors' economic safety.

‘He took every penny’: the women left with a debt mountain by coercive partners

Coercive or controlling behaviour has been an offence since 2015, but its financial aspects are poorly understood and can leave lives in ruins, a new report says

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1 year

We are launching the Domestic Abuse Commissioner's strategic plan #DACFestival The full plan is on our website but here's our strategy on a page

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1 year

Today I met Commissioner Rowley @metpoliceuk + @ACLouisaRolfe in response to David Carrick case. We discussed the work they are doing to tackle huge scale of police perpetrated #DomesticAbuse I wanted to hear more about steps @metpoliceuk is taking to get rid of abusers. 🧵

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Domestic Abuse Commissioner

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2 years

Today I wanted to share the work that I am doing to support male victims of #DomesticAbuse If you are a male victim you are not alone. Help is available at 0808 8010327. @RespectUK @ManKindInit

Our support for male victims - Domestic Abuse Commissioner

The role of the Domestic Abuse Commissioner is to champion all victims and survivors of domestic abuse and championing male survivors and their children is a vitally important part of our work. This...

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Domestic Abuse Commissioner

@CommissionerDA

4 months

I am shocked by new @brainkinduk findings that 55% of domestic abuse survivors may be living with a brain injury. This topic needs to be further explored so that the link between brain injury and domestic abuse can be fully understood. Read more⬇️

Too Many To Count - Brainkind

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Domestic Abuse Commissioner

@CommissionerDA

3 years

This is such a fantastic win. From today, anyone made homeless because of #DomesticAbuse will be get automatic priority for settled housing. Well done to all the survivors, charities and politicians who worked so hard for this. Read more: @crisis_uk

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Survivors of domestic abuse will be guaranteed a safe home

www.crisis.org.uk

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Robert Jenrick

3 years

From today, victims of #DomesticAbuse made homeless as a result will be given priority for settled housing by local councils. This is just one of the strides forward in combating this terrible crime under the landmark Domestic Abuse Act.

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7 months

Many survivors of domestic abuse go to extreme lengths to protect themselves from the perpetrator. To have it all undermined by a data breach is dangerous & a serious setback. Public services must heed @ICOnews calls today to protect victims' data.

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Data breaches putting domestic abuse victims’ lives at risk, says UK watchdog

Councils, police and hospitals endangering women by accidentally revealing details such as addresses, says ICO

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Domestic Abuse Commissioner

@CommissionerDA

2 years

We are recruiting for a Lived Experience Engagement Lead @CommissionerDA This is a brand new role. It's a great opportunity to develop our work with #DomesticAbuse survivors + a good chance to join the DAC team. Role advertised here 👉

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1 year

The findings of @Casey_Review could not be more distressing or damning The survivors' experiences laid out in this report are profoundly appalling + incredibly harrowing The time for lip service is over I meet @SuellaBraverman on Monday to discuss

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2 months

Domestic abuse services are at risk of disappearing as the local authority financial crisis spirals out of control. Today I've written to Michael Gove calling for urgent measures to protect these essential and lifesaving services. The safety of victims depends on it. 1/2

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8 months

🧵This week I responded to @EdThomasNews shocking investigation into deaths of 5 #DomesticAbuse victims who had been through the Family Court These cases amplify the urgent need for change The #FamilyCourt can take a huge emotional toll on victims 1/3

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Domestic Abuse Commissioner

@CommissionerDA

3 years

Thanks to @pritipatel for today's roundtable about the forthcoming VAWG (violence against women and girls) strategy. @ukhomeoffice Positive to hear that she is focusing on the need for a whole system approach and much more. Great exchanges from #domesticabuse experts.

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7 months

New data released yesterday by CPS shows 25% fewer domestic abuse perpetrators are being brought to justice than 4 years ago. For too long victims and survivors of domestic abuse have been let down by the criminal justice system. This must change.

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6 months

Delighted to see @womensaid and @nationalexpress launch Road to Refuge this month. This scheme provides women, men and children escaping #DomesticAbuse with free National Express coach travel to reach safe accommodation and support. Find out more⬇️

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Travel to Refuge - Women’s Aid

Travel to Refuge is a scheme in which travel companies cover the cost of travel for women, men and children escaping domestic abuse travelling to a refuge.

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Domestic Abuse Commissioner

@CommissionerDA

2 years

I am very sad to say goodbye @VeraBaird who left her role @VictimsComm last week. She worked tirelessly as a champion for victims over the last 3 years. It's been a great pleasure for me + my team to have worked so closely with her. I wish Vera all the best in her future career

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8 months

I am deeply concerned by findings today of more than 1,000 VAWG-related misconduct cases in just 1 year across 26 police forces. I welcome important research @RefugeCharity to shine a light on police perpetrated abuse. The time now is for action (1/3)

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Remove the Rot: Refuge investigation uncovers magnitude of police force’s failure to tackle violent...

Remove the Rot: Refuge investigation uncovers magnitude of police force’s failure to tackle violent misogyny by police officers and staff - Refuge

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1 month

Domestic abuse services are struggling to meet need since the pandemic and the cost of living crisis. We must quit lurching from crisis to crisis and establish sustainable funding through the Victims Bill. Thank you @reetacbbc for this important story on lifesaving services.

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2 years

I will be speaking with the CPS this month to work with them to ensure we see a change in direction. Victims and survivors of domestic abuse deserve the justice they seek.

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7 months

This week @womensaid published a report shining a light on children and young people's understanding of #DomesticAbuse . It shows an alarming link between harmful misogynist content online and normalisation of unhealthy behaviours in relationships. ⬇️

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Women’s Aid publishes groundbreaking research looking at what influences children and young...

Women’s Aid publishes groundbreaking research looking at what influences children and young people’s understanding of domestic abuse National domestic abuse charity Women’s Aid has today published a...

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@CommissionerDA

3 months

Too many #DomesticAbuse survivors are living with brain injuries caused by their abuser. I welcome recent research that has highlighted this important issue. It is vital that all agencies understand the link between domestic abuse and brain injury ⬇️

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Domestic abuse victim tells of ordeal of living with 7 brain injuries

There is often psychological and physical damage to the brain after being the victim of an abusive relationship, writes Maya Oppenheim

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Domestic Abuse Commissioner

@CommissionerDA

6 months

Important reporting @MayaOppenheim @Independent shows some 11,040 were jailed for 12 months or less for harassment, stalking & image-based abuse last year. @MoJGovUK must seriously consider the safety of victims of domestic abuse and set out clearly how they will be protected.

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6 months

EXCLUSIVE: Jail sentences to end for thousands of abusive men in bid to tackle overcrowding

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3 months

I believe the 10% drop in police-recorded #DomesticAbuse published last week is artificial, due to new rules allowing police to count fewer crimes. Administrative ease should not be prioritised at the expense of domestic abuse victims. This is simply not good enough. 1/2

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3 months

This is deeply troubling. Domestic abuse is a devastating, widespread crime. Separation is known to be a very high risk time. The police - and every agency around the victim - must be equipped to respond quickly & safely. My thoughts are with the victims of this awful attack.

@charlotterlynch

Charlotte Lynch

@charlotterlynch

3 months

NEW: Police believe motive behind Clapham chemical attack was the breakdown of a relationship between suspect Abdul Ezedi and the 31-year-old victim. Officers say they’re treating it as attempted murder of the mother. @LBC @LBCNews

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@CommissionerDA

2 years

📢We have extended our survey for #DomesticAbuse survivors in England + Wales until 11.59 on Feb 14th. It's time to have your say. We want to hear from all #DomesticAbuse victims aged over 16 who have experienced abuse over the last 3 years. Survey 👉

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7 months

Reports that the CEO of @SBSisters was racially attacked last week, as a police officer stood by, should concern us all. We need urgent action to address racism in the Met. My thoughts are with Selma as she copes with the trauma of this terrible attack.

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@CommissionerDA

6 months

The criminal justice system is failing victims of domestic abuse. The government's criminal justice reforms must be ambitious enough to address this. My response to the measures announced in the King's Speech today ⬇️

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1 year

Today I gave evidence @Commonswomequ about my top 3 priorities to tackle so-called Honor Based Abuse which is a complex form #DomesticAbuse . First steps are understanding, data + much better funding for 'by + for' services to tackle the #patchworkofprovision faced by victims

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5 months

I have long been concerned about the prevalence of #DomesticAbuse in the #FamilyCourt & the lack of evidence on the scale of the issue. I hope to change this with my Family Court Review & Reporting Mechanism, which launches in 2024. Find out more below⬇️

Domestic Abuse Commissioner’s Office to establish a Family Court Review and Reporting Mechanism -...

In 2020, the Ministry of Justice’s Harm Panel produced a landmark report that raised serious concerns about how the Family Court was handling allegations of domestic abuse in private law children’s...

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2 years

Cost of living crisis is tough for everyone but could be life or death for #DomesticAbuse victims who can't afford to leave abusers I urge Chancellor to create emergency fund + more support to services @SEAresource @womensaid @RefugeCharity @RespectUK

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Chancellor must put cost of living crisis and domestic abuse at the top of his agenda – lives...

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1 year

It was a privilege to speak at @CollegeofPolice @PoliceChiefs VAWG conference The kind of dramatic cultural change the police need to make takes courage + requires collaboration I am calling for forces to work with #DomesticAbuse services to build trust to create change

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1 month

For too long victims have been let down by the criminal justice system. All agencies must get to grips with this serious problem. With a 40% rise in people seeking criminal justice support, we need investment in services that stand alongside survivors. Thank you @Mollie_Malone1

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Sky News

1 month

Domestic abuse victims have told Sky News they believe they are being failed by the criminal justice system. Sky's @Mollie_Malone1 investigates. Read more:

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3 months

Today I spoke to @BBCPM about yesterday's @ONS police recorded crime data release, the first to reflect new rules allowing police to count fewer crimes. I fear the 10% drop in recorded #DomesticAbuse crimes is artificial. Gov must reverse these changes pending full evaluation⬇️

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@CommissionerDA

5 months

Migrant survivors of domestic abuse already face huge barriers to accessing support simply because of their immigration status. Such a significant financial burden will force many survivors to stay with their abuser. I urge govt to review this policy.

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Home Office hikes visa fee for domestic abuse victims by £50

Abuse victims will pay £2,885 to apply to stay in UK, despite processing applications costing government just £646

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@CommissionerDA

3 years

Today I launch #SafetyBeforeStatus report which shows that migrant survivors are locked out of vital routes to safety. In many cases victims are forced to stay with perpetrators or face homelessness. This must change. Govt must put #SafetyBeforeStatus

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3 years

More horrifying statistics around rape + #DomesticAbuse which must send a clear message to Govt. Not enough is being done to tackle violence against women and girls on the streets and in the home, We need decisive action and proper long-term funding.

Highest ever number of rapes recorded in England and Wales

Total of 61,158 offences recorded in year ending June 2021, amid national debate over women’s safety

www.theguardian.com

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