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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Jacob Phillips

Domestic abuse victims who do not live with abuser ‘to get better protection’

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Domestic abuse victims who do not live with their abuser will receive better protection against threats and intimidation, the Government has announced.

The controlling or coercive behaviour offence has been extended to cover victims who do not live with the family member or ex-partner abusing them.

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