Domestic abusers – not their victims - to be moved from the family home? In response to calls from charities and campaign groups, councils in England have been considering measures to provide housing for domestic abusers, allowing victims to remain living in the former matrimonial home. The Domestic Abuse Act, which was recently passed by Parliament, compels councils to devise plans to provide housing support for victims and their children. Some Councils, such as Sunderland City Council, … [Read more...]