domestic violence

Men, women and domestic abuse

In April 2025, the Ministry of Justice began accepting applications for ‘qualified legal representatives’ in domestic abuse cases. Solicitors and barristers can apply to take…

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The hidden faces of domestic violence

If you hear the words ‘domestic violence’, which images come to mind? Most likely you will find yourself picturing a cowering wife and an angry…

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Court of Appeal rejects decision in domestic violence case

The Court of Appeal has reinstated findings in a domestic violence case which had been set aside in the lower courts over concerns that an…

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Indian domestic violence receiving fewer male callers

There was a 40 per cent drop in the number of Indian men calling domestic violence helplines in April following the introduction of lockdown measures,…

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Government seeks feedback on domestic violence legislation

The government has called on survivors of domestic violence and abuse to discuss their experiences within the family court system. The Ministry of Justice is…

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New domestic abuse bill introduced by the government

A new Domestic Abuse Bill received its first reading in the House of Commons last week. The introduction followed detailed scrutiny of the initial draft…

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Female victims of domestic violence more at risk of mental illness

Women who have been abused or attacked by their partners are 300 per cent more likely to struggle with their mental health later in life…

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