Managing Domestic Violence

A guide to help you better understand what abuse is.

Information about what to expect if you report an incident to the police and outlines some of your basic rights.

Exclusion orders are a kind of protective order that can suspend your partner/ex-partner’s right to live in your home when he has been abusive towards you and/or your children. In this guide you will find more information about exclusion orders, who can apply for one and details about the court process.

In this guide you will find information about economic abuse and ways to keep yourself safe or to improve your situation if you are experiencing financial hardship or you are worried about economic issues because of the abuse you are experiencing.

This online tool is a learning resource for professionals. It's an awareness-raising resource and serves as an introduction to domestic abuse and coercive control. The tool provides an overview of the main considerations when responding to domestic abuse, however it does not replace specialist domestic abuse training. The content should take approximately 40 minutes to complete.