Domestic abuse

Morecrofts Solicitors hosted its 10th annual Domestic Abuse Conference on Thursday July 9, bringing together 130 professionals from across the legal, policing, housing, charity and support sectors to share knowledge and strengthen the response to domestic abuse.

From 6th July, domestic abuse 999 calls in Merseyside will be handled differently – with specialist support embedded directly at the point of contact.

Research over a number of years consistently shows that incidents of domestic abuse increase during major football tournaments involving England, whether our national team win or lose.

Recent figures reported by the BBC have highlighted a deeply concerning rise in the number of people in England and Wales who are suspected to have taken their own lives following experiences of domestic abuse. Associate Solicitor Heather Lyon shares her view on the update.

Nearly £2,200,000 will be invested in five local organisations to provide specialist Independent Domestic Violence Advisors (IDVAs) over the next two years. A further £1,840,00 has been awarded to 11 domestic abuse services delivering vital community-based support for victims and survivors across Merseyside.

It has been announced that teachers will be given training to spot the signs of misogyny and tackle it in the classroom as part of the government's strategy to halve violence against women and girls within the next decade.

Professionals from across the North West gathered in Liverpool for a powerful day of learning, inspiration and collaboration at the Liverpool Domestic Abuse Conference 2025.