Rethink domestic abuse cases, says inspectorate reports

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Rethink domestic abuse cases, says inspectorate reports

Handling of 'no further action' domestic abuse cases needs improvement, two inspectorates have concluded.

DCC Louisa Rolfe: "Cases can be challenging when evidence is limited"

Date - 24th January 2020
By - Chloe Livadeas

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Domestic abuse cases where the victim withdraws their co-operation need improving and investigations are not meeting expected standards, according to a joint criminal justice inspectorate report. The report from Her Majesty's Crown...

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