Domestic violence and abuse: thematic review of the police response across England and Wales
Written ministerial statement: domestic violence and abuse: thematic review of the police response across England and Wales
The Secretary of State for the Home Department (Theresa May): Tackling domestic violence and abuse is one of my key priorities. I am determined to see continued reductions in domestic violence and abuse and the 바카라 사이트바카라 사이트™s updated Violence against Women and Girls (VAWG) Action Plan sets out our approach for achieving that.
The police play a key role in responding to, and protecting, victims of domestic violence and abuse. It is therefore essential that the police response is effective and has the confidence of victims.
I have written to Her Majesty바카라 사이트™s Chief Inspector of Constabulary to ask that he conducts a thematic review of the police response to domestic violence and abuse across England and Wales.
I have asked that the review focuses on:
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the effectiveness of the police approach to domestic violence and abuse, focusing on the outcomes for victims;
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whether risks to victims of domestic violence and abuse are adequately managed;
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identifying lessons learnt from how the police approach domestic violence and abuse;
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making any necessary recommendations in relation to these findings when considered alongside current practice.
I have asked that the inspection is completed and that the findings in respect of the above are published no later than April 2014.
A copy of the letter will be placed in the Library of the House.