Commons Sense

Hansard-based summaries and metrics

<-- Back to proposed bills

Public consultation on the draft statutory guidance on the Serious Violence Duty

09 June 2022

Proposing MP
Kit Malthouse Con
North West Hampshire
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Home Office
View on Parliament.uk -->

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The Government is publishing a public consultation on the draft statutory guidance for the Serious Violence Duty under the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act 2022.

Action Requested

The Minister is launching a six-week consultation that begins today and ends on July 21st. The feedback will inform the final version of the guidance to be published alongside secondary legislation once the Duty commences.

Key Facts

  • The Serious Violence Duty aims to ensure authorities collaborate, share data, understand causes, and prevent serious violence.
  • £130m has been allocated this financial year (22/23) to tackle serious violence including murder and knife crime.
  • A six-week consultation period runs from 9 June to 21 July.
  • The draft guidance includes specific provisions for Wales, addressing housing and homelessness issues.
▸ Assessment & feedback
Summary accuracy