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03/04/2019
PSNI In Call For Domestic Abuse Legislation
A senior PSNI officer has said that legislation to tackle psychological and emotional abuse should be introduced to help police tackle domestic violence and bring Northern Ireland in line with England Wales.
Superintendent Clive Beatty said the law, which has been stalled due to the lack of a functioning assembly, would help officers detect offences and provide victims with more help and support.
Police would also be able to help those who are suffering at the hands of domestic abusers but are not the subject of violence. At present, officers can only use the criminal justice route when domestic abuse involves a crime. Of the 31,928 reports lodged last year, approximately 16,000 involved a criminal offence.
The legislation, as implemented in England and Wales, is aimed at prevention and identifying people at risk of the likes of coercive control, manipulation and mind games.
Anyone who believes they are suffering from domestic abuse or who requires discreet and confidential advice on the matter is urged to call 0808 8021414.
(JG/CM)
Superintendent Clive Beatty said the law, which has been stalled due to the lack of a functioning assembly, would help officers detect offences and provide victims with more help and support.
Police would also be able to help those who are suffering at the hands of domestic abusers but are not the subject of violence. At present, officers can only use the criminal justice route when domestic abuse involves a crime. Of the 31,928 reports lodged last year, approximately 16,000 involved a criminal offence.
The legislation, as implemented in England and Wales, is aimed at prevention and identifying people at risk of the likes of coercive control, manipulation and mind games.
Anyone who believes they are suffering from domestic abuse or who requires discreet and confidential advice on the matter is urged to call 0808 8021414.
(JG/CM)
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