Domestic Abuse Policy

The aims of the policy are:

• Protect victims and survivors of domestic abuse and prevent homelessness by providing safe and secure accommodation to Gateshead residents and those who approach the borough for housing assistance
• Recognise and respond to tackle domestic abuse as early as possible, preventing further abuse and facilitate the necessary help and support for victims and survivors and their children
• Hold perpetrators to account for their actions in a way that is prompt, decisive and proportionate, with a focus on rehabilitation and maintaining the safety of the victim and survivor and their children
• Support the delivery of Gateshead's Domestic Abuse Strategy

Who this policy is for

This policy is for tenants, non-tenants and residents of Gateshead (or outside of Gateshead), who are victims and survivors or perpetrators of domestic abuse.

This policy is also for the council's Housing service, other frontline council staff and partners who may manage cases of domestic abuse or respond to disclosures.