Covid-19 and the domestic abuse sector
Responding to the Covid-19 pandemic was a huge challenge for us and the wider domestic abuse sector. Read more about its impact on the frontline and what we learned.
MP briefing: Key issues for domestic abuse victims in the Coronavirus pandemic
COVID-19 has caused widespread uncertainty and our thoughts are with survivors and their families at this time.
The isolation of families, while necessary to contain the spread of the virus, could exacerbate domestic abuse leaving thousands of adult and child victims of abuse to be locked in with their perpetrators. We have sent a briefing to MPs, recommending several actions including amendments to the Coronavirus Bill.
We are working closely with sector colleagues to provide further clarity, guidance and support. If you are a professional working with domestic abuse victims, you can access virtual support through our
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Key issues for domestic abuse victims in the Covid-19 pandemic
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