The Home Office is implementing statutory guidance under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 and conducting post-legislative scrutiny to assess effectiveness and identify necessary reforms. Related bills address safe leave provisions, pet protection, and aggravated offences for domestic abuse perpetrators. Current activity includes post-legislative scrutiny and development of a cross-government violence against women and girls strategy.
This assessment of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 has been prepared for submission to the Home Affairs Committee and the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 Committee.
In response to: Freedom from violence and abuse: a cross-government strategy
In response to: Freedom from violence and abuse: a cross-government strategy
In response to: Freedom from violence and abuse: a cross-government strategy
This strategy sets out the government’s vision and actions for meeting its ambition to halve violence against women and girls in a decade.
These Regulations amend the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (Commencement No. 6 and Saving Provisions) Regulations 2024 (S.I. 2024/1191 (C. 76)) (“the No. 6 Regulations”), the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (Commencement No. 8 and Saving Provisions) Regulations 2025 (S.I. 2025/319 (C. …
These Regulations amend the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (Commencement No. 6 and Saving Provisions) Regulations 2024 (S.I. 2024/1191 (C. 76)) (“the No. 6 Regulations”), the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (Commencement No. 8 and Saving Provisions) Regulations 2025 (S.I. 2025/319 (C. …
These Regulations amend the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (Commencement No. 6 and Saving Provisions) Regulations 2024 (S.I. 2024/1191 (C. 76)) (“the No. 6 Regulations”), the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (Commencement No. 8 and Saving Provisions) Regulations 2025 (S.I. 2025/319 (C. …
These Regulations are the ninth commencement regulations made under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (c. 17) (“the Act”) that extend only to England and Wales. They bring into force Part 3 of the Act (which establishes a new domestic abuse …
The Domestic Abuse Commissioner's vision for transformation of the criminal justice response to domestic abuse, entitled 'Shifting the scales'.
Government response to the Domestic Abuse Commissioner’s report on transforming the criminal justice system's response to domestic abuse.
These Regulations are the eighth commencement regulations made under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (“the Act”) that extend only to England and Wales. They bring into force Part 3 of the Act (which establishes a new domestic abuse protection notice …
These Regulations are the eighth commencement regulations made under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (“the Act”) that extend only to England and Wales. They bring into force Part 3 of the Act (which establishes a new domestic abuse protection notice …
These Regulations are the seventh commencement regulations made under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (“the Act”) that extend only to England and Wales. They bring into force Part 3 of the Act (which establishes a new domestic abuse protection notice …
In response to: Statutory guidance on domestic abuse protection notices and protection orders
In response to: Statutory guidance on domestic abuse protection notices and protection orders
In response to: Statutory guidance on domestic abuse protection notices and protection orders
In response to: Statutory guidance on domestic abuse protection notices and protection orders
We are consulting on whether the draft statutory guidance is clear and comprehensive.
These Regulations are the sixth commencement regulations made under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (“the Act”) that extend only to England and Wales. They bring into force Part 3 of the Act, which establishes a new domestic abuse protection notice …
These Regulations are the sixth commencement regulations made under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (“the Act”) that extend only to England and Wales. They bring into force Part 3 of the Act, which establishes a new domestic abuse protection notice …
The government is consulting on an updated version of the statutory guidance underpinning domestic homicide reviews.
This Order amends Part 3 of Schedule 1 to the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act 2012 (c. 10) (“the Act”). It should be read in conjunction with the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act 2012 …
This Order amends Part 3 of Schedule 1 to the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act 2012 (c. 10) (“the Act”). It should be read in conjunction with the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act 2012 …
In response to: Updating the domestic homicide review statutory guidance
In response to: Updating the domestic homicide review statutory guidance
In response to: Updating the domestic homicide review statutory guidance
The government is consulting on an updated version of the statutory guidance underpinning domestic homicide reviews.
We are consulting on whether the draft statutory guidance is clear and comprehensive.
These Regulations amend the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (c. 17) to make an addition to the list of specified public authorities in section 15(3).
Some criminal justice orders may contain an electronic monitoring requirement, either to monitor whereabouts of the individual, or to monitor compliance with other conditions or requirements of the relevant order. A person may not be made responsible for the monitoring …
In response to: Domestic homicide review legislation consultation
In response to: Domestic homicide review legislation consultation
In response to: Domestic homicide review legislation consultation
We are consulting on amending domestic homicide review legislation (Domestic Violence, Crime and Victims Act 2004).
Section 31(7) of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (“the Act”) provides that the county court may make a domestic abuse protection order against a person in any relevant proceedings to which that person and the person for whose protection the …
Section 31(7) of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (“the Act”) provides that the county court may make a domestic abuse protection order against a person in any relevant proceedings to which that person and the person for whose protection the …
We are consulting on whether the draft statutory guidance is clear and comprehensive.
These factsheets provide more information about each of the provisions in the bill.
We are consulting on amending domestic homicide review legislation (Domestic Violence, Crime and Victims Act 2004).
In response to: Controlling or coercive behaviour statutory guidance
In response to: Controlling or coercive behaviour statutory guidance
The Home Office is consulting on the updated controlling or coercive behaviour statutory guidance.
In response to: Updating the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme guidance
In response to: Updating the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme guidance
In response to: Updating the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme guidance
The government's response to the Domestic Abuse Commissioner's report 'Safety Before Status: The Solutions'.
This consultation seeks views on the updated draft Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme guidance.
Joint review led by the Home Office and DHSC into the protections and support for adults abused, or at risk of abuse, in their own home by people providing their care.
A Bill to make provision enabling the making of arrangements for the collection of child support maintenance in cases involving domestic abuse Originated in the Commons.
These Regulations bring into force sections 68, 77 and 82 of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (c. 17) (“the Act”) on 5th April 2023.
These Regulations bring into force sections 68, 77 and 82 of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (c. 17) (“the Act”) on 5th April 2023.
Third Reading 10:18:00 The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, Department for Work and Pensions (Viscount Younger of Leckie) (Con): My Lords, before we commence proceedings on the Bill, I am obliged to make a statement on legislative consent in relation to …
We are consulting on amending domestic homicide review legislation (Domestic Violence, Crime and Victims Act 2004).
Response to the Domestic Abuse Commissioner’s report on domestic abuse services in England and Wales.
Order of Commitment 15:51:00 Moved by Lord Farmer: That the order of commitment be discharged. Lord Farmer (Con): My Lords, I understand that no amendments have been set down to this Bill and that no noble Lord has indicated a …
On 19 December 2018, the UK government stated that the Civil Justice Council had agreed to consider the issues raised by this recommendation. In February 2020, the Civil Justice Council published its report on vulnerable witnesses and parties within civil …
Second Reading 11:06:00 Moved by Lord Farmer: That the Bill be now read a second time. Lord Farmer (Con): My Lords, I am very pleased to introduce the Child Support Collection (Domestic Abuse) Bill to this House. After it gathered …
A Bill to make provision enabling the making of arrangements for the collection of child support maintenance in cases involving domestic abuse Originated in the Commons.
In response to: Domestic Abuse Act statutory guidance
In response to: Domestic Abuse Act statutory guidance
We are consulting on draft statutory guidance for implementing the definition of domestic abuse.
In response to: Delivery of support in domestic abuse safe accommodation: annual progress report 2021-22
An overview of outcomes across England of the first year’s delivery of the provision of support for victims of domestic abuse and their children in safe accommodation duties.
Consideration of Bill, not amended in the Public Bill Committee 09:35:00 Mr Deputy Speaker (Sir Roger Gale): Before we get on to proceedings, I remind Members of the differences between Report and Third Reading. The scope of debate on Report …
A Bill to make provision enabling the making of arrangements for the collection of child support maintenance in cases involving domestic abuse
A Bill to make provision enabling the making of arrangements for the collection of child support maintenance in cases involving domestic abuse
Overarching principles and practice guidelines for commissioning and delivering interventions for perpetrators of domestic abuse.
A Bill to make provision enabling the making of arrangements for the collection of child support maintenance in cases involving domestic abuse
Second Reading 13:01:00 Sally-Ann Hart (Hastings and Rye) (Con): I beg to move, That the Bill be now read a Second time. I am pleased that we have time today to debate this Bill, which is an important measure to …
A Bill to make provision enabling the making of arrangements for the collection of child support maintenance in cases involving domestic abuse
In response to: Tackling Domestic Abuse Plan
In response to: Tackling Domestic Abuse Plan
The government's plan will drive down the prevalence of domestic abuse and domestic homicide and provide victims and survivors with the support they need.
Position statement on male victims of crimes considered in the cross-government Tackling Violence Against Women and Girls Strategy and the Tackling Domestic Abuse Plan.
Position statement on male victims of crimes considered in the cross-government Tackling Violence Against Women and Girls Strategy and the Tackling Domestic Abuse Plan.
These Regulations are the fifth commencement regulations made under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (“the Act”). They bring into force sections 65 and 66 of the Act on 21st July 2022, with transitional provision so that those sections do not …
This consultation seeks views on the updated draft Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme guidance.
The Home Office is consulting on the updated controlling or coercive behaviour statutory guidance.
A Bill to make provision enabling the making of arrangements for the collection of child support maintenance in cases involving domestic abuse
Section 64 of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (c. 17) requires rules of court to make provision enabling the court to make a special measures direction in civil proceedings in relation to victims and alleged victims of specified offences. These …
Sections 65 and 66 of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (c. 17) introduce new Part 4A into the Matrimonial and Family Proceedings Act 1984 and new Part 7A into the Courts Act 2003, respectively. Those provisions operate in family and …
Sections 65 and 66 of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (c. 17) introduce new Part 4A into the Matrimonial and Family Proceedings Act 1984 and new Part 7A into the Courts Act 2003, respectively. Those provisions operate in family and …
These Regulations are the fourth commencement regulations made under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (“the Act”). They bring into force sections 62 (for specified purposes) and 67 on 19th May 2022, section 70 and Schedule 2 on 7th June 2022, …
This Order amends the Civil Proceedings Fees Order 2008 (S.I. 2008/1053) and the Family Proceedings Fees Order 2008 (S.I. 2008/1054). Articles 2 and 3 provide an exemption from paying specified fees in relation to applications for orders or directions relating …
This consultation seeks views on the updated draft Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme guidance.
The Home Office is consulting on the updated controlling or coercive behaviour statutory guidance.
In response to: Tackling violence against women and girls strategy: progress update
An update on the government's progress in implementing the tackling violence against girls strategy.
This Order brings into force on 21st February 2022 section 73, section 74(3) and Part 3 of Schedule 3 of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (c.2021 c.17). The equivalent provisions came into force in England and Wales (S.I. 2021/1038) and …
These Regulations are the third commencement regulations made under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (“the Act”). They bring into force section 3 (so far as not already in force) on 31st January 2022.
The government's response to the Domestic Abuse Commissioner's 'Safety Before Status' report.
Third progress report on the UK's progress toward ratification of the Istanbul Convention, and measures taken forward since the second progress report.
The document is the new strategy covering the government’s plan to tackle violence against women and girls.
Fifth report on the UK's progress in implementing the Council of Europe convention on combating violence against women and domestic violence.
Fifth report on the UK's progress in implementing the Council of Europe convention on combating violence against women and domestic violence.
These Regulations are the second commencement regulations made under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (the “Act”). They bring into force sections 1 and 2 (so far as not already in force), section 3 (partially), section 63 and Part 4 (sections …
We are consulting on draft statutory guidance for implementing the definition of domestic abuse.
These Regulations make provision in relation to support provided by local authorities to victims of domestic abuse under Part 4 of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (c. 59) (“the Act”).
Section 57 of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 requires local authorities to ensure that the need for accommodation-based support to victims of domestic abuse in their area is assessed. Accommodation-based support is defined in that section as support, in relation …
We are consulting on draft statutory guidance for implementing the definition of domestic abuse.
These documents relate to the Domestic Abuse Bill 2020.
Actions the government will be taking towards its strategy of ending violence against women and girls.
These Regulations bring into force on 5th July 2021 sections 1 and 2 (for limited purposes), section 76 (in specified areas for a specified period) and section 78 of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 (c.17) (“the Act”).
To make provision in relation to domestic abuse; to make provision for and in connection with the establishment of a Domestic Abuse Commissioner; to prohibit cross-examination in person in family proc Originated in the Commons.
Commons Amendments and Reason 13:47:00 Motion A Moved by Lord Parkinson of Whitley Bay: That this House do not insist on its Amendment 9B, and do agree with the Commons in their Amendments 9C, 9D and 9E in lieu. 9C …
Consideration of Lords message Madam Deputy Speaker (Dame Rosie Winterton): I must draw the House’s attention to the fact that financial privilege is engaged by Lords amendment 41B. If any Lords amendment engaging financial privilege is agreed to, I will …
Commons Reasons and Amendments 13:52:00 Motion A Moved by Baroness Williams of Trafford: That this House do not insist on its Amendments 1, 2 and 3, to which the Commons have disagreed for their Reasons 1A, 2A and 3A. 1A: …
Returned from the Commons The Bill was returned from the Commons with amendments and reasons. The Commons amendments and reasons were ordered to be printed. (HL Bill 191) House adjourned at 7.19 pm.
Consideration of Lords amendments Mr Deputy Speaker (Mr Nigel Evans): I must draw the House’s attention to the fact that financial privilege is engaged by Lords amendments 41 and 43. If the Lords amendments that engage financial privilege are agreed …
Documents relating to the draft Domestic Abuse Bill.
Third Reading 14:01:00 Clause 85: Monitoring of serial and serious harm domestic abuse and stalking perpetrators under Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements Amendment 1 Moved by 1: Clause 85, page 72, line 3, leave out “this Act” and insert “the Domestic …
Report (4th Day) 15:15:00 Relevant documents: 21st and 28th Reports from the Delegated Powers Committee The Deputy Speaker (Lord McNicol of West Kilbride) (Lab): As it was not possible to proceed with a Division on this Bill on Monday, I …
Report (3rd Day) 14:31:00 Relevant documents: 21st and 28th Reports from the Delegated Powers Committee Amendment 66B Moved by 66B: After Clause 71, insert the following new Clause— “Criterion that may not be used in deciding what classes of persons …
Report (3rd Day) (Continued) 20:30:00 The Deputy Speaker (Lord McNicol of West Kilbride) (Lab): My Lords, we now come to the group consisting of Amendment 75. Anyone wishing to press this amendment to a Division must make that clear in …
Report (2nd Day) 13:30:00 Relevant documents: 21st and 28th Reports from the Delegated Powers Committee The Deputy Speaker (Lord Duncan of Springbank) (Con): My Lords, I will call Members to speak in the order listed. Short questions of elucidation after …
Report (1st Day) 14:32:00 Relevant documents: 21st and 28th Reports from the Delegated Powers Committee Clause 1: Definition of “domestic abuse” Amendment 1 Moved by 1: Clause 1, page 2, line 3, at end insert— “(f) unreasonable prevention or threat …
Order of Consideration Motion 13:10:00 Moved by The Earl of Courtown: That the Bill be considered on Report in the following order: Clauses 1 to 38, Schedule 1, Clauses 39 to 68, Schedule 2, Clauses 69 to 80, Title. The …
Committee (6th Day) 13:32:00 Relevant documents: 21st and 28th Reports from the Delegated Powers Committee Amendment 163 Moved by 163: After Clause 72, insert the following new Clause— “Transfer of joint tenancies and survivors of domestic abuse (1) This section …
Committee (5th Day) 14:46:00 Relevant documents: 21st and 28th Reports from the Delegated Powers Committee Debate on Amendment 141 resumed. Baroness Jolly (LD) [V]: My Lords, I am delighted that my noble friend Lord Marks of Henley-on-Thames tabled this amendment …
Committee (4th Day) 13:46:00 Relevant documents: 21st and 28th Reports from the Delegated Powers Committee Clause 62: Special measures in civil proceedings: victims of specified offences Amendment 109 Moved by 109: Clause 62, page 39, line 18, leave out from …
Committee (3rd Day) 14:47:00 Relevant documents: 21st and 28th Reports from the Delegated Powers Committee Clause 17: Disclosure of information Amendment 55 Moved by 55: Clause 17, page 11, line 29, at end insert— “(aa) the disclosure of any immigration …
Committee (2nd Day) 13:31:00 Relevant documents: 21st and 28th Reports from the Delegated Powers Committee Clause 7: General functions of Commissioner Debate on Amendment 21 resumed. Baroness Jones of Moulsecoomb (GP): My Lords, when she introduced Amendment 21, the noble …
Committee (1st Day) Relevant documents: 21st and 28th Reports from the Delegated Powers Committee 14:47:00 Clause 1: Definition of “domestic abuse” Amendment 1 Moved by 1: Clause 1, page 1, line 7, leave out paragraph (a) and insert— “(a) B …
Order of Consideration Motion 13:27:00 Moved by Baroness Scott of Bybrook: That it be an instruction to the Committee of the Whole House to which the Domestic Abuse Bill has been committed that they consider the Bill in the following …
Second Reading 14:16:00 Moved by Baroness Williams of Trafford: Relevant documents: 21st and 28th Reports from the Delegated Powers Committee The Minister of State, Home Office (Baroness Williams of Trafford) (Con): My Lords, I am pleased to be moving the …
To make provision in relation to domestic abuse; to make provision for and in connection with the establishment of a Domestic Abuse Commissioner; to prohibit cross-examination in person in family proc Originated in the Commons.
First Reading The Bill was brought from the Commons, read a first time and ordered to be printed. House adjourned at 9.49 pm.
Consideration of Bill, as amended in the Public Bill Committee 16:42:00 New Clause 15 Children as victims of domestic abuse ‘(1) This section applies where behaviour of a person (“A”) towards another person (“B”) is domestic abuse. (2) Any reference …
To make provision in relation to domestic abuse; to make provision for and in connection with the establishment of a Domestic Abuse Commissioner; to prohibit cross-examination in person in family proc
To make provision in relation to domestic abuse; to make provision for and in connection with the establishment of a Domestic Abuse Commissioner; to prohibit cross-examination in person in family proc
To make provision in relation to domestic abuse; to make provision for and in connection with the establishment of a Domestic Abuse Commissioner; to prohibit cross-examination in person in family proc
[Relevant documents: Second Report of the Home Affairs Committee, Home Office preparedness for Covid-19: domestic abuse and risks of harm within the home, HC321 ; First Report of the Joint Committee on the Draft Domestic Abuse Bill of Session 2017-19, …
Queen’s recommendation signified. Motion made, and Question put forthwith (Standing Order No. 52(1)(a)), That, for the purposes of any Act resulting from the Domestic Abuse Bill, it is expedient to authorise the payment out of money provided by Parliament of: …
To make provision in relation to domestic abuse; to make provision for and in connection with the establishment of a Domestic Abuse Commissioner; to prohibit cross-examination in person in family proc
Question 14:46:00 Asked by Baroness Sanderson of Welton: To ask Her Majesty’s Government what funding has been allocated for a public information campaign to accompany the Domestic Abuse Bill. The Minister of State, Home Office (Baroness Williams of Trafford) (Con): …
To make provision in relation to domestic abuse; to make provision for and in connection with the establishment of a Domestic Abuse Commissioner; to prohibit cross-examination in person in family proc
A Bill To make provision in relation to domestic abuse; to make provision for and in connection with the establishment of a Domestic Abuse Commissioner; to prohibit cross-examination in person in fami
[Relevant Documents: First Report of the Joint Committee on the Draft Domestic Abuse Bill, Draft Domestic Abuse Bill, HC 2075, and the Government Response, CP 137 ; n inth Report of the Home Affairs Committee, Domestic Abuse, HC 1015, and …
A Bill To make provision in relation to domestic abuse; to make provision for and in connection with the establishment of a Domestic Abuse Commissioner; to prohibit cross-examination in person in fami
A Bill To make provision in relation to domestic abuse; to make provision for and in connection with the establishment of a Domestic Abuse Commissioner; to prohibit cross-examination in person in fami
Government response to the domestic abuse consultation and draft Domestic Abuse Bill.
The consultation sets out the government’s approach to dealing with domestic abuse. It seeks to address it at every stage from prevention through to rehabilitation.
Second progress report on the UK's progress toward ratification of the Istanbul Convention, and measures taken forward since the first progress report.
The consultation sets out the government’s approach to dealing with domestic abuse. It seeks to address it at every stage from prevention through to rehabilitation.
The consultation sets out the government’s approach to dealing with domestic abuse. It seeks to address it at every stage from prevention through to rehabilitation.
Third Reading 11:48:00 Bill passed.
Order of Commitment Discharged 15:07:00 Moved by Baroness Gale: That the order of commitment be discharged. Baroness Gale (Lab): My Lords, I understand that no amendments have been tabled to the Bill and that no noble Lord has indicated a …
Second Reading 10:11:00 Moved by Baroness Gale: That the Bill be now read a second time. Baroness Gale (Lab): My Lords, it is a great pleasure to bring this important Private Member’s Bill to your Lordships’ House. It has been …
First Reading 15:16:00 The Bill was brought from the Commons, read a first time and ordered to be printed.
[Relevant document: The Sixth Report of the J oint Committee on Human Rights, Session 2014-15, Violence against women and girls, HC 594.] Consideration of Bill, not amended in the Public Bill Committee. New Clause 6 Recommendations by GREVIO and the …
Second Reading 09:38:00 Dr Eilidh Whiteford (Banff and Buchan) (SNP): I beg to move, That the Bill be now read a Second time. The UK signed the Council of Europe convention on preventing and combating violence against women and domestic …
This consultation seeks views on the draft statutory multi-agency practice guidance on female genital mutilation (FGM) for frontline professionals in England and Wales.
This consultation seeks views on the draft statutory multi-agency practice guidance on female genital mutilation (FGM) for frontline professionals in England and Wales.
This consultation seeks views on the draft statutory multi-agency practice guidance on female genital mutilation (FGM) for frontline professionals in England and Wales.
How the government is supporting victims of domestic violence and abuse and making sure perpetrators are brought to justice.
Provides a summary of the progress made against the recommendations of the HMIC review on domestic abuse.
Third Reading 15:38:00 Bill passed.
Order of Commitment Discharged 15:36:00 Moved By Lord Laming: That the order of commitment be discharged. Lord Laming: My Lords, I understand that no amendments have been set down to this Bill and that no noble Lord has indicated a …
Second Reading 10:13:00 Moved by Lord Laming: That the Bill be read a second time. Lord Laming: My Lords, the Domestic Violence, Crime and Victims (Amendment) Bill may be a slight document, but I hope the House will agree that …
Bill, as amended in the Public Bill Committee, considered . Third Reading 09:35:00 Sir Paul Beresford (Mole Valley) (Con): I beg to move, That the Bill be now read the Third time. This is a little Bill, although it is …
First Reading 10:42:00 The Bill was brought from the Commons, read a first time and ordered to be printed.