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Domestic abuse and the recession |
13 Jan 2009 |
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Will the recession see a rise in violence?
Home office estimates suggest that almost one in every three women will experience some level of partner abuse in their lifetime. Domestic violence, however, refers to a range of controlling behaviours. One of these is economic abuse where abusers control household funds, even their partner's salaries and bank accounts, to an excessive degree. Such financial control can rob partners of their independence and, crucially, prevent them from leaving the relationship. As the recession starts to bite, we ask what sort of impact increased financial pressures will have on domestic abuse. Jane hears from a survivor of domestic violence and discusses the issues with Nicola Harwin, chief executive of the charity Woman’s Aid, and Diana Barran from Co-Ordinated Action Against Domestic Abuse.Refuge
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