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Murdered Sara Sharif failed by system that missed opportunities to save her

The 10-year-old was found dead at her Surrey home in August 2023 after suffering ‘horrific abuse’ at the hands of her father and stepmother.

The Independent UK

More than 230 domestic abusers recalled to prison under London mayor’s GPS tagging scheme

Pilot cut re-offending by 45 per cent, protects victims and holds perpetrators to account, says Sir Sadiq Khan

Evening Standard

Domestic violence victims at risk under bill aimed at easing prison overcrowding, watchdog warns

Victims and survivors “will be put in harm’s way” with “devastating consequences”, domestic abuse commissioner says

The Guardian - UK

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Domestic abuse victims forced to wait in same rooms as alleged perpetrators at courts, barrister warns

Only 15 per cent of families are eligible for legal aid, meaning victims are often forced to represent themselves

The Independent UK

London’s domestic abuse hotspots revealed by interactive map as killings rocket 60% in the capital

Campaigners describe Standard’s investigation as ‘staggering’ and call for systemic changes to justice system to protect women

Evening Standard

Bar Council calls for legal aid for all family court cases involving domestic abuse

Only 15% of families are eligible for legal aid which has led to huge swathes of UK becoming ‘legal advice deserts’, body says

The Guardian - UK

Thousands protest against Latvia's potential withdrawal from Istanbul Convention

Signed by 45 countries and the European Union as of 2019, the Council of Europe treaty is meant to standardise support for women who are victims of violence, including domestic abuse.

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Airbnb to provide 60 domestic abuse survivors with temporary accommodation

Platform partnering with Women’s Aid and City Hall in launch of London pilot

The Independent UK

Airbnb homes in London to be used as emergency shelters for victims of domestic violence

City Hall’s £100,000 pilot scheme will ease dire shortage of safe spaces for women and children fleeing abuse

Evening Standard

UK to launch pilot scheme that helps homeless people access banking

Five biggest banks take part in programme that will also help domestic abuse victims recover their credit score

The Guardian - UK

Family moved 'to the other end of the country' wins payout from London council

A woman fleeing domestic abuse with her children was given a £1,100 payout

Evening Standard

Camilla was ‘concerned’ Andrew row would impact on her work with abuse survivors

The Queen has supported survivors of sex attacks and domestic abuse for years.

Evening Standard

‘Dangerously outdated’: high court overturns ruling implying domestic violence would not affect children

Judge describes earlier decision in case at family court as a ‘wrong turn’ and says allegations go to heart of case

The Guardian - UK

Abuse victims in debt set to be better protected after government scraps fee

The Independent has previously spoken to survivors who faced the impossible choice of remaining in debt or risking their abusers finding out where they live

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The Guardian - UK

Suicides linked to domestic abuse should be investigated as potential homicides, say UK families

Landmark meeting in Westminster hears from string of relatives who say they have been failed by justice system

The Guardian - UK

Family law shift hailed as victory for children facing domestic abuse

‘Groundbreaking’ repeal of presumption of parental involvement in England and Wales ‘will ensure courts place safety of children above all else’

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Kristen Bell Under Fire for Tone-Deaf Post On Domestic Abuse Awareness Month — Has 'Woke Hollywood' Lost Touch?

Kristen Bell faces backlash for a controversial Instagram post shared during Domestic Abuse Awareness Month. Critics accuse her of trivialising domestic violence, while others defend it as dark humour gone wrong.

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Campaigners urge CPS to reconsider charges against partner of woman who died by suicide

Inquest into death of Georgia Barter, 32, recorded verdict of unlawful killing, but there was ‘insufficient evidence to pursue case’

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The Guardian - UK

On a sunny day, my ex came to the hair salon where I worked – and shot me at close range

Rachel Williams says domestic violence is a ‘national emergency’. After she survived her ex’s final attack, her traumatised teenage son took his own life, and she began campaigning to end the terrible cycle of abuse

The Conversation

How domestic abusers use emotional bonding to control their victims – new study

At first, it looks like love. He’s charming. Always generous, always attentive. He remembers your coffee order, listens to your stories, seems to share your pain. He tells you that you’re the only one who understands him. But as the relationship deepens, the warmth starts to fade. He becomes distant,…

Evening Standard

Domestic abuse victim who took her own life was 'unlawfully killed', coroner rules

Georgia Barter took her own life in 2020 after domestic abuse

The Guardian - UK

New allegations of sexual and domestic abuse made against Jesus Army cult

Survivors fear closed church’s £25m in assets could end up in abusers’ hands

The Guardian - UK

Majority of family court cases in England and Wales feature domestic abuse, watchdog says

Commissioner’s review found 87% of cases uncovered physical, psychological or sexual abuse of a family member

The Independent UK

Domestic abuse commissioner criticises antiquated views in family court hearings

Research found evidence of abuse within 73% of hearings and in 87% of the case files they reviewed.

The Guardian - UK

Georgia’s story: how a domestic abuse victim’s suicide was ruled an unlawful killing by her partner

A London coroner found Georgia Barter’s death was caused by years of violence and coercive control by Thomas Bignell. Her family want justice, but the CPS won’t charge him and the police can’t find him

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