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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Domestic Abuse Announcement

05 October 2020 · Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Proposed by Kelly Tolhurst Con Rochester and Strood

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Domestic Abuse Bill introduces a new Statutory Duty on Tier One local authorities to provide safe accommodation for victims of domestic abuse.
  • A 6 million Domestic Abuse Capacity Building Fund is announced to assist local authorities in preparing for the new duty starting in April 2021.
  • A consultation is invited to gather comments on the proposed funding allocation methodology for the Domestic Abuse Capacity Building Fund.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the introduction of a new Statutory Duty on Tier One local authorities under the Domestic Abuse Bill to provide safe accommodation for victims of domestic abuse.

Action requested

I am announcing a £6 million Domestic Abuse Capacity Building Fund to help local authorities prepare for the implementation of this duty, which will commence in April 2021. I also invite comments on the proposed funding allocation methodology through a consultation and encourage engagement with local domestic abuse services.

Key facts

  • The new Statutory Duty commences in April 2021.
  • A £6 million Domestic Abuse Capacity Building Fund is announced to support Tier One local authorities.
  • The fund will be allocated equally among unitary and metropolitan authorities, county councils, the Greater London Association for London boroughs, and the Council of the Isles of Scilly.
  • Guidance on using the fund and workshops are provided by officials.
  • A consultation is launched to seek views on funding allocation methodology.
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