Consultation on draft statutory guidance for implementing the definition of domestic abuse

The guidance aims to provide clear information on domestic abuse to formulate a definition and assist with its identification to protect victims. Also, to provide and signpost guidance to frontline professionals and improve the institutional response by setting standards and promoting best practice.  

This consultation is aimed primarily at:

• English local authorities

• criminal justice services including courts and prisons

• local housing and homelessness teams

• healthcare sector

• employers and jobcentres

• financial services

• community and faith groups

Respond to the consultation online here or complete a response form and email it to domesticabuseconsultation@homeoffice.gov.uk.