With a fifth of all crime nationally during lockdown involving domestic abuse, Refuge said the problem is the “biggest social issue” facing women and girls today.
Broadcaster Emma Barnett said domestic abuse is âstill a subject shrouded in shameâ, as she appeared on a panel to raise greater awareness of the issue. She was joined by bestselling author Noreena Hertz.
Experts have warned that abusers and their partners having to self-isolate together at home may lead to an increase in abusive behaviour and violence because of the pressure-cooker effect of being trapped indoors.
The Post Office, eBay and the Ministry of Defence are among the first companies to implement a new online portal (âOnline Safe Spacesâ) offering support and advice to victims of domestic abuse.
Journalist and broadcaster Victoria Derbyshire joined the Loose Women to discuss why it’s more important than ever to talk about domestic abuse and to share with those who are experiencing it right now.
While COVID-19 is a recent pandemic, interpersonal violence (IPV) is not.  Having existed from the beginning of time, relational violence is far more prevalent than meets the eye, and often more deadly.
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