Dame Nicole Jacobs

Devolution presents a real opportunity to do things differently.

If done well it can help create services that are more joined up, more accountable & designed with the needs of victims in mind.

Today I've published a new discussion paper exploring what that could look like. 1/2

I'm pleased to see justice for Russell Brand's victims today and I commend their bravery. Abuse is a choice and perpetrators must be held to account.

This is a powerful reminder of what is achievable when we support victims to speak out & the justice system responds effectively.

My statement following the sad passing of Sir Patrick Stewart.

Healthcare staff are often the first people domestic abuse victims turn to. But who supports them when they need help themselves?

@IDASfor100 share how they support NHS staff experiencing domestic abuse and why this work is so important. ⬇️
domesticabusecommissioner.uk/supporting-nhs…

Today the Chancellor delivered the Autumn Budget which included funding for tackling homelessness and misogyny but no commitments for domestic abuse services.

My full response ⬇️
domesticabusecommissioner.uk/domestic-abuse…