Making domestic abuse services accessible to LGBT+ people
What does true inclusion and accessibility mean? Aaron Slater from Fearless domestic abuse service in Scotland breaks down proactive inclusion for LGBT+ services.
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Managing cases with complex needs at MARAC
Counter-allegations in domestic abuse cases can be complex. Luke Martin writes on how understanding power dynamics is crucial for identifying primary victims.
Three ways to make sure families are safe and seen
Three things social workers can do. A survivor's voice on how children's social care can better protect domestic abuse victims. Read SafeLives Pioneer Vicky’s story.
Domestic abuse and the family court
Many families who have experienced domestic abuse find themselves in family court. Some are subject to care proceedings, where children are removed from mothers who...
Response to the Chancellor’s Spending review
We welcome the renewed commitment to an extra 20,000 police who we hope will receive early support to understand and respond effectively to domestic abuse and...
Response to publication of the UK Government’s Tackling Domestic Abuse Plan
We welcome publication of the Government’s ‘Tackling Domestic Abuse Plan’. The document is a positive step towards recognising that domestic abuse is neither inevitable or...
SafeLives’ response to The Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel’s briefing paper into child safeguarding and domestic abuse
SafeLives strongly support the Child Safeguarding Practice Review panel's proposed four core practice principles that should underpin work with children and their families in relation...
Victims and Prisoners Bill becomes law
We welcome the Victims Bill becoming law. However, there is still much more to do to ensure all victims of domestic abuse can access the...
Statement on Home Office plans to restore confidence in policing
Response to Home Office’s announcement on upcoming reforms to boost confidence in the police.
Response to new national centre for violence against women and girls, and public protection
SafeLives welcomes the Government's new initiative to establish the National Centre for VAWG. This centre promises a more consistent and coordinated approach to tackling the...