Ed Davey responds to draft Domestic Violence and Abuse Bill

Commenting on news that the government will bring forward a draft Domestic Violence and Abuse Bill, Lib Dem Home Affairs spokesperson Ed Davey said:

“Everything that can be done to eradicate domestic violence and abuse must be done. Too many of the laws that exist are outdated and leave victims without the support and protection they need.

“But legislation is only half the story. Vital frontline services that offer support to women are being cut to the bone or shutdown altogether. Vulnerable women, often with their children, are being turned away at the door of refuges due to lack of funding. This is disgraceful.”

“Until this government is willing to invest in refuges and other frontline services, women and children up and down the country will continue to be let down.”