Former British prime minister Theresa May has urged the government to consider the impact of lockdown on domestic abuse victims when deciding how quickly to lift restrictions which prevent them leaving their homes. Ms May said there was “clear” evidence that abuse was increasing during lockdown because perpetrators have greater freedom to act and victims find it harder to leave. The end of social distancing measures will see a “significant” increase in reports of incidents which took place behind closed doors during lockdown.
Speaking via video link in a House of Commons debate on the Domestic Abuse Bill, Ms May warned: “We cannot have a situation where the cure for the disease does more damage the disease itself.”
The bill was brought forward by Ms May in the final days before she handed over power to Boris Johnson last year, and is viewed as a key part of her legacy as PM.
It is expected to pass its second reading in the Commons without a vote on Tuesday, as it enjoys cross-party support.
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