Tag: Home Office
‘Honour’-based abuse: Statutory definition a ‘welcome’ and ‘crucial’ step
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The Victims' Commissioner welcomes plans to introduce a statutory definition of so-called honour-based abuse, alongside a number of additional measures set to improve the response to what Baroness Newlove describes as a 'devastating crime'.
Victims’ Commissioner: NAO VAWG report highlights critical lack of understanding
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The Victims' Commissioner responds to the National Audit Office report Tackling Violence against Women and Girls.
Victims’ Commissioner comments on new ‘Raneem’s Law’ measures introduced to improve how police respond to domestic abuse
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"It is essential first responders are equipped to spot, identify and act on domestic abuse — and police have the necessary tools to keep victims safe", says Baroness Newlove.