Response to new CPS Data July 2020
New CPS data showing steep falls in addressing domestic abuse cases is concerning. SafeLives renews calls for cultural change training for police and CPS staff
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Response to Ministry of Justice’s £40m funding announcement
Ministry of Justice allocates £40 million to support domestic abuse victims and sexual violence survivors. Read full press release.
Response to Home Office inquiry into issues raised by Wayne Couzens conviction
Home Office announce enquiry following conviction of police officer for Sarah Everard's murder. SafeLives says enquiry must address misogyny within workplace culture.
Response to Home Affairs Select Committee report on preparedness for Covid-19
Home Affairs Committee report calls for urgent cross-Government strategy, funding, and 'safe spaces'. Time for pan-Government action to end abuse. Read the report.
Response to Home Affairs Select Committee report October 18
We welcome the recommendations of the Home Affairs Select Committee but would like to see more on the importance of a strong response to the person causing harm – the perpetrator.
Response to HMICFRS Policing review
HMICFRS review shows fewer domestic abuse arrests during pandemic. This downward trend in arrests is concerning. Read the report and our response.
Response to HMICFRS police progress report
SafeLives, welcomes the latest report looking at progress made in the police response to domestic abuse, but urges further training to understand the dynamics of domestic abuse, particularly controlling behaviours.
Response to HMICFRS on Greater Manchester Police
Special measures for Greater Manchester Police as domestic abuse victims let down by mismanagement of sensitive crime cases. Victims deserve competence and support.
Response to Government commitment to consultation on the future of community-based DA services
Government agrees to consult on community-based domestic abuse services following cross-sector campaign. Our voices are powerful and are driving change.