This section will give the information and understanding needed for good practice in tackling domestic abuse and controlling and coercive behaviour. It holds practical advice on prevention and support that you can put in place to help tenants and their families experiencing domestic abuse.
It's also worth noting the connection between domestic abuse, anti-social behaviour (ASB) and safeguarding policies. In most cases of domestic abuse there will be an element of ASB and safeguarding too, and in reverse, some cases of ASB and safeguarding could mean domestic abuse.
What is domestic abuse?
Learn about what the term domestic abuse actually means and how it can affect victims and survivors.
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Implementing policies
There is a growing recognition that it is better to deal with domestic abuse via a separate, stand-alone policy.
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Providing information
A simple but effective step in helping victims of abuse is to provide details of relevant services to help them.
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Legal powers
Find out more about the powers that are applicable in the sector to help victims and survivors or domestic abuse.
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Steps to take
Several steps that providers can take to assist in the process of supporting victims, survivors and perpetrators.
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Good practice
Read how other organisations are tackling domestic abuse and supporting tenants in our examples library.
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Blogs and articles
- Safety before status – the need for a firewall for migrant victims and survivors of domestic abuse
- Creating awareness of the red flags of domestic abuse
- Homes at the heart of effective domestic abuse legislation
- Lack of affordable housing and the cost of living crisis is leaving domestic abuse survivors vulnerable
- Briefing on antisocial behaviour and domestic abuse
- Behind closed doors: Why we need to see domestic abuse as a housing issue
- Domestic Abuse Act 2021 statutory guidance published
Knowledge resources
- Improving housing outcomes for women and children experiencing domestic abuse
- What you need to know about the Domestic Abuse (Protection) (Scotland) Bill
- Why domestic abuse is a housing issue
- Guidance for social landlords
- Domestic abuse: a good practice guide for social landlords
