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Advice on domestic abuse / domestic violence, who to contact for help and support and how to report domestic abuse. Domestic abuse will not be tolerated by West Yorkshire Police. We treat all reports seriously and we will do whatever we can to help prevent further incidents occurring. We always encourage those who suffer domestic abuse to report incidents to us. We have a zero tolerance policy in respect of domestic abuse; we will arrest anyone who is alleged to have committed a criminal offence and will prosecute where ever possible and appropriate.
West Yorkshire Police and partners are raising awareness around same sex domestic abuse this Summer.
Domestic Abuse Campaign - Contact Information, for help, support, guidance and emergencies.
Domestic abuse campaign aimed at those looking to get help if they feel their behaviour has developed into domestic abuse. Help is at hand to provide advice and support and there is still time to change.
West Yorkshire Police Domestic Abuse policy - West Yorkshire Police has outlined a clear commitment to tackle violence against women and girls. This pledge from West Yorkshire Police gives our communities across the country the reassurance and confidence that we are committed to ensuring we do everything in our power to accurately and quickly identify and pursue perpetrators, of any gender including non-binary individuals, and to support and protect victims whether inside or outside of the organisation.
West Yorkshire Police has launched a campaign to highlight the risks of domestic abuse in older people. Many people think that domestic abuse only applies when there is physical violence between couples, but it can involve coercive and controlling behaviour such as financial control.  It can also take place between family members such as sons, daughters or grandchildren.
Domestic Abuse Affects Your Children Too - Research has shown that children who suffer or witness domestic abuse may be more likely to become drug users, struggle with their education, suffer health issues, become involved in crime, and that they too may have abusive relationships themselves.
Thursday March 7, 2024Businesses in Batley and Spen have been hailed for their care and kindness after staff stepped forward to protect potential victims of domestic abuse.   
Domestic abuse / domestic violence online reporting form. A short online form allowing you to report domestic abuse. The form will take about five minutes to complete and allows you to state the safest method for police to get in touch with you and at a time and date that suits you. If an incident of domestic abuse is ongoing, you should report it over the phone by dialling 999 immediately.
Domestic abuse will not be tolerated by West Yorkshire Police. We treat all reports seriously and we will do whatever we can to help prevent further incidents occurring. We always encourage those who suffer domestic abuse to report incidents to us. We have a zero tolerance policy in respect of domestic abuse; we will arrest anyone who is alleged to have committed a criminal offence and will prosecute where ever possible and appropriate.
Domestic servitude is a form of trafficking in human beings which is extremely difficult to detect because the work is performed in private residences as seemingly normal practice, that is used as cover for the exploitation and control of someone for example, nannies or other domestic help, but the moment their employment arrangement transitions into a situation whereby they cannot leave on their own free will, it becomes a case of enslavement. It is a type of forced labour whereby the victim is usually expected to work around a person’s home every day and be ‘on call’ 24 hours a day
Child abuse comes in various forms and can affect anyone.  Whether you’re a victim, friend of adult, it’s everyone’s responsibility to help stop the abuse and tell someone.  Even if you’re unsure, you could help save a life. Find out more about types of child abuse and what you can do to help if you think a child is being abused.
Thursday 21 September 2023 A new support service has been extended across Bradford District to help those at risk of domestic abuse.  
Wednesday 12 July 2023  Following the announcement in July last year, West Yorkshire Police have successfully delivered specialist domestic abuse training to over 3000 police officers, staff and colleagues from partner agencies across West Yorkshire. 
Clare’s Law - Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme - Police forces are allowed to disclose information to a potential victim and have a duty to protect members of the public from domestic abuse. This page summarises the number of Disclosure requests under the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme, also known as Clare’s Law.