Domestic Violence         

This page provides an introduction to domestic violence reduction information.  Domestic violence is greatly under-reported and  research suggests that as little as 25% of all domestic violence cases reach the attention of the UK police.

There needs to be a robust and developing growth in reporting of the crimes (not just assaults but other types of crime which can be classified as being motivated by domestic violence) and there needs to be a solid local foundation for the support of those experiencing domestic violence and their dependents.

When developing projects and setting targets for domestic violence reduction CDRP's should prepare for an increase in domestic violence (and similarly Hate Crime numbers). A useful common target for 'decrease' is a decrease in repeat victimisation.

  Domestic Violence Links

Further Reading

Domestic Violence Good Practice

A framework is outlined in this booklet containing good practice in domestic violence work currently, and aims to provide senior managers, policy-makers and practitioners with a clear set of achievable indicators, developed by nationally acknowledged experts in the field.

Greater London Domestic Violence Project

The GLDVP is a second tier service for the London domestic violence sector which was set up in 1997. It is a project of London Action Trust.

Greater London Authority Domestic Violence Strategy

Copies of the London Domestic Violence Strategy can be downloaded in a number of formats from the Mayor of London's website.

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