Domestic abuse8 hrs ago'My children would come at me with scissors'Surrey Police figures show reports of child violence towards their parents or carers are increasing.8 hrs ago1 day agoNew domestic abuse laws 'bittersweet' for victimSuzannah Mahe says she has "lots of emotions" about plans for new laws to tackle domestic abuse.1 day ago2 days agoAppeal for stories at domestic abuse charity eventPeople are being invited to share them as part of Wolverhampton Literature Festival.2 days ago3 days agoStrain on 'under pressure' prison if laws approvedHome affairs minister says annual recorded crime could increase by 8% if new laws are approved.3 days ago3 days agoTown had 14,000 victims of domestic abuse last yearThe authority says it is launching a strategy to try and help victims and reduce offending.3 days ago5 days agoImage abuse crackdown proposed by ministerThe justice minister aims to strengthen the legal framework to better protect islanders.5 days ago5 days ago£240k lottery boost for abuse support servicePhoenix Rising says it means the group can hire more staff, recruit extra volunteers and expand.5 days ago7 days agoDomestic abuse calls over Christmas period increase Police received 1407 calls from 20 December 2025 to 2 January 2026, an increase of 117 from the year before. 7 days ago10 Jan 2026Domestic abusers could be forced to leave social housing New rules would allow social landlords to change tenancies, allowing more abuse survivors to remain in their homes.10 Jan 2026...