Domestic Abuse Policy

We recognise that risk can be higher when the perpetrator lives with the victims and survivors. As such, when a perpetrator is working with us to positively change their behaviour, we will offer assistance with alternative accommodation in line with our allocations policy. Where appropriate we will work to rehouse the alleged perpetrator rather than expecting the victims and survivors to move if parties are in agreement. This will help improve the situation, reducing the risks of further harm.

Joint tenancy

When a victim or survivor wishes to end their joint tenancy with the perpetrator, but would like to remain in their home, we will provide advice and support around this. In accordance with the Domestic Abuse Act 2021, where a new council tenancy is granted to someone whose former secure tenancy ended for reasons connected with domestic abuse, this new tenancy will be a secure tenancy. A joint tenancy may also be ended by a court order; and in some cases, no notice is needed where we already have a court order in place.