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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Domestic Abuse Bill

03 March 2020 · Home Office

Proposed by Victoria Atkins Con Louth and Horncastle

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Domestic Abuse Bill is being re-introduced in the House of Commons to better protect victims of domestic abuse.
  • The Government has published a further response to outstanding recommendations from the Joint Committee's report.
  • A draft framework document for the independent office of the Domestic Abuse Commissioner has been published.

Issue summary

The minister is announcing the re-introduction of the Domestic Abuse Bill in the House of Commons to better protect victims of domestic abuse.

Action requested

The Government has published a further response addressing outstanding recommendations from the Joint Committee's report and a draft framework document for the independent office of the Domestic Abuse Commissioner. These documents are available on the Gov.UK website.

Key facts

  • The Domestic Abuse Bill was originally introduced in July 2019.
  • A further response to the Joint Committee’s report (CP 214) has been published today.
  • Nicole Jacobs is designated as the Commissioner for the independent office of the Domestic Abuse Commissioner.
  • A draft framework document setting out how the Home Secretary and the Commissioner will work together has been agreed upon.
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