Domestic abuse

What is abusive behaviour?

Domestic abuse, or domestic violence, is any incident of controlling, coercive or threatening behaviour, violence or abuse between those aged 16 or over who are or have been intimate partners or family members, regardless of their gender or sexuality.

‘Abusive behaviour’ is defined in the act as any of the following:

Physical or sexual abuse.
Violent or threatening behaviour.
Controlling or coercive behaviour.
Economic abuse.
Psychological, emotional or other abuse.

Domestic abuse policy

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If you're in immediate danger

Call 999 and ask for the police.

If you can’t speak and are calling on a mobile press 55 to have your call transferred to the police.

Click here to find out how to call the police when you can’t speak.

We can help

We can provide advice, support and help to customers experiencing domestic abuse. This can be practical help, rehousing advice and financial support.

We will work with, and make referrals to, partner agencies to minimise and manage the risk to victims.

We can also help to make your home safer by adding additional security to your property.

Please contact us if you need our help.