What happened: Estimates reveal that 18% of girls aged 16 to 19 in England and Wales have experienced domestic abuse. The National Police Chiefs’ Council lead for domestic abuse highlighted insufficient efforts to address misogyny among young boys and harmful online influences.
Why it matters:
- A significant number of young women are affected by domestic abuse, impacting their safety and wellbeing.
- Current approaches focus on justice but emphasise the need for prevention to avoid criminalising young people broadly.
MNN Take: The police recognise the challenge of balancing justice with prevention, aiming to target the most harmful behaviours while reducing abuse through early intervention.
Sources: Guardian UK