The Latest Breaking News from domestic violence

NSW women and men will be able to check partner's violence history online with disclosure scheme

The proposed extension of a scheme by the NSW government will allow women and men across the state to check if their partner has a history of domestic violence.

ABC News · Jan 22, 2023

Sexual assault and domestic violence ‘going unchecked’ by regulators, NHS staff warn

Exclusive: Campaigners call for public inquiry into sexual harassment and assault in the NHS

The Independent UK · Jan 22, 2023

‘Glassy-eyed and battered – I was that woman’: Mel B on how Happy Valley’s domestic abuse storyline resonates with her own trauma

Former Spice Girl Mel B felt her blood run cold as she watched the latest series of Sally Wainwright’s BBC drama. As someone who experienced domestic abuse in her own marriage, she writes about why it’s vital for mainstream shows to explore the subject

The Independent UK · Jan 22, 2023

Labour calls for all police officers accused of rape or domestic abuse to be suspended

David Carrick pleaded guilty to 49 charges, covering 80 offences including 48 rapes

Evening Standard · Jan 19, 2023

Labour would suspend any police officers accused of rape, party says

New policy after Carrick scandal would bring police in line with teachers under future Labour government

The Guardian - UK · Jan 18, 2023

Rufus McLean suspended by Glasgow after guilty plea to domestic abuse charges

Glasgow and Scotland winger Rufus McLean faces disciplinary proceedings after pleading guilty to domestic abuse charges, his club have announced.

The National (Scotland) · Jan 18, 2023

Rufus McLean suspended by Glasgow Warriors after guilty plea to domestic abuse charges

The 22-year-old faced charges at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Wednesday and his rugby union future could be decided later in the week.

The Independent UK · Jan 18, 2023

All police forces ordered to search for sex predators and domestic abusers in ranks

Rishi Sunak to meet Metropolitan Police commissioner as David Carrick’s horrific crimes spark intensified efforts to root out predators

The Independent UK · Jan 18, 2023

Ex-police officer ‘sexually assaulted by colleague’ says she was ‘gaslighted’ over complaint

Exclusive: Rhianon Argent says some police officers drawn to career in policing due to ‘thirst for power and control’ as hundreds of Met staff investigated over allegations of sexual and domestic abuse

The Independent UK · Jan 18, 2023

Police were warned about predatory behaviour by officers before David Carrick case, watchdog says

Previous probes warned that it was ‘too easy’ for domestic abusers to join - and remain in - the police

The Independent UK · Jan 18, 2023