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Find out how to get help if you or someone you know is a victim of domestic abuse.
Domestic abuse or violence is a crime and should be reported to the police - call 999 if it's an emergency or you're in immediate danger
Indefinite leave to remain or enter the UK if your relationship has broken down because of domestic violence or abuse - fees, who's eligible, how to apply.
You may be able to apply for permission to settle in the UK permanently if…
Whether you can get permission to settle in the UK permanently (indefinite…
You must apply online. You can include any eligible children on your…
You can apply from outside the UK if you’ve been abandoned. You must apply…
You can apply for your children to settle in the UK with you if one of the…
After you submit your application, you’ll be asked to make an appointment…
Information relating to the introduction of the Domestic Abuse Bill in the House of Commons on 3 March 2020.
Experience of Domestic Violence: Findings from the Northern Ireland Crime Survey
More victims of domestic abuse will receive better protection through nearly £500 million as part of the forthcoming Violence Against Women and Girls strategy
Use these letters to ask for documents from the police, courts, and other agencies to help you get legal aid.
More than 1,000 victims have been protected through first-of-its-kind domestic abuse protection orders since their roll out in November 2024.
Find out how DAPNs and DAPOs can help protect you if you or someone you know is a victim of domestic abuse.
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