It is vitally important that those suffering from abuse get the right help and support alongside our police investigations.”
Once a referral is made, the victim will be given a dedicated domestic abuse advisor who, working alongside any criminal proceedings, will be able to put safeguarding measures in place including non-molestation and child protection orders as well as offering legal advice.
Det Ch Insp Wright continued: The service will be available for all those experiencing domestic abuse and is a welcome additional level of safeguarding. The DA Alliance further supports the work already being done by DAISU and they work closely with our existing DA partners including Independent Domestic Abuse Advisors and Herts refuges.