Nine out of ten domestic abuse services say demand has increased
New data highlights the strain on domestic abuse services post-pandemic. Increased demand calls for urgent government support. Read key findings and report.
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New research confirms support for groundbreaking approach to domestic abuse
Putting survivors at the centre of domestic abuse response work is crucial and delivers better outcomes. Find out more about the approach and research.
SafeLives publishes new report into psychological abuse
New research into non-physical domestic abuse finds that 91% of survivors experienced psychological abuse at some point in their relationship.
Need a whole picture multi-agency response
Joint report into the response to child sexual abuse presents a clear call for improved multi-agency working. Read the full report here.
MP briefing: Key issues for domestic abuse victims in the Coronavirus pandemic
Read briefing for MPs on key issues for domestic abuse victims in the Coronavirus pandemic and SafeLives support for professionals.
More must be done to help survivors of domestic abuse to be safe at home
SafeLives, a national domestic abuse charity, publishes new research today that reveals a system that fails to meet the needs of survivors, leaving many to fall into a cycle of homelessness and abuse.
More housing and support options for survivors of domestic abuse
SafeLives & Shared Lives Plus unite to enhance housing support for domestic abuse survivors with an innovative pilot scheme.
Ministry of Justice Idva training
SafeLives to train new Idvas under Ministry of Justice £40million boost for domestic abuse services. Get involved and employ and train Idvas for your service.
Latest ONS data Nov 18
ONS data reveals alarming gaps in addressing domestic abuse perpetrators. SafeLives urges a holistic approach for survivor protection.