SafeLives best practice guidance for professionals in Scotland responding to counter allegations at Marac.

This ruling sends a dangerous message to victims of abuse and violence that policing remains unable to hold itself fully accountable, even in cases where officers pose a known risk.

Coercive control is at the heart of domestic abuse. It’s great to see legal changes in England & Wales that recognise this, placing coercive control on par with other forms of domestic abuse.

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 devastating impacts of VAWG, backed by a commitment to professionalise the police response.

The NAO's latest report provides a stark reminder that while some progress has been made in recent years, the Government’s approach to tackling VAWG has been falling short.

SafeLives welcomes the Domestic Abuse Commissioner’s report, which provides a vital and sobering insight into the challenges faced by victims and survivors of domestic abuse when engaging with the criminal justice system.

This case, and the tragic death of Kiena Dawes, highlights the profound harm caused by coercive control and the need for stronger justice system responses and comprehensive support for victims.

This data is from a survey completed by survivors who were involved in the SafeLives Public Health Approach between 30/06/2021 and 17/09/2024.

This data is from a survey completed by professionals who were involved in the SafeLives Public Health Approach between 01/07/2021 and 22/09/2024.