Victims of domestic abuse will no longer be cross-examined by their former partners under a new landmark legislation that aims to support survivors and pursue offenders.
The draft domestic abuse bill, published on Monday following an 18 month delay, wants to make sure ‘hidden crime does not remain in the shadows’ by banning direct quizzing.
The new legislation, broadly welcomed by campaigners and politicians, also provides automatic eligibility for special measures to support more victims to give evidence in the criminal courts, the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) said.
Prime Minister Theresa May said: ‘Throughout my political career I have worked to bring an end to domestic abuse and support survivors as they take the brave decision to leave their abuser and rebuild their lives. Read more
