Police are failing deaf and migrant sexual violence and domestic abuse victims with communication needs, according to a new report, which revealed some victims are being forced to rely on neighbours to translate due to a lack of interpreters.
The report, by prominent women’s rights organisations including End Violence Against Women Coalition, found public bodies - particularly the police - are failing to comply with obligations under the Equality Act 2010 to eliminate discrimination and harassment when interacting with survivors facing communication barriers.
