The Latest Breaking News from Domestic Abuse

Survey reveals shocking number of UK women have experienced economic abuse

Younger women and those with children are more likely to be affected

The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2025

Preventing violence against women and girls must remain a priority

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: Our second refuge – built thanks to the generosity of our readers – is complete. But far more work is needed to tackle the scourge of domestic abuse

The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2025

Second safe haven built by The Independent for women fleeing domestic abuse now complete

After a hugely successful campaign – supported by readers, royalty and the PM – both safe houses can now offer a fresh start to families in need

The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2025

Government not learning lessons from deaths of domestic abuse victims, report finds

Exclusive: ‘Deeply concerning’ lack of oversight in England and Wales amid failure to act on recommendations made after victim’s death

The Guardian - UK · Jul 15, 2025

Revealed: Constance Marten had shattered spleen in ‘domestic abuse incident’

Marten had repeatedly claimed she went on the run with her convicted rapist partner Mark Gordon to ‘protect’ their newborn daughter Victoria.

Evening Standard · Jul 14, 2025

A controlling partner is isolating my daughter. What can I do to help?

She may not realise she’s experiencing domestic abuse, or may not be ready to talk about it yet. Let her know you’re there for her no matter what

The Guardian - UK · Jul 6, 2025

Council pays domestic abuse victim £1,600 after leaving him homeless for weeks

‘Waltham Forest Council let this man down when he approached it for help,’ a watchdog finds

The Independent UK · Jul 4, 2025

Diddy verdict raises questions over domestic abuse, power and coercion

The jury’s decision highlights the complexities of intimate partner violence and the legacy of the #MeToo movement.

Al Jazeera · Jul 3, 2025

Funding secured for tech solution to help domestic abuse victims contact 999

The pilot platform will be run by Belfast-based company Inclutech after landing a £400,000 investment.

Evening Standard · Jun 30, 2025

A Houston woman called the cops to report domestic abuse. They then called ICE.

The mother-of-three says she was accosted by her ex in April, and reported the incident to the police, who then notified ICE of her immigration status

The Independent UK · Jun 24, 2025