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Employers have a duty to spot early signs of domestic
abuse
Business Minister Paul Scully has today issued a rallying call to employers
across the country to take some simple steps to ensure their organisation is
spotting signs of domestic abuse and helping their staff find the right support.
In an open letter (see below) to all UK employers, the Business Minister has
outlined a few key, practical steps they can take to build awareness of domestic
abuse, ensure they are noticing warning signs, and help workers access the
support they need.
Warning signs for domestic abuse include changes in a person’s behaviour, a
sudden drop in performance, mentions of controlling or coercive behaviour in
partners, or physical signs such as bruising.
Business Minister Paul Scully said:
“For too long, a lack of awareness and stigma around speaking about domestic
abuse has stopped workplaces from putting in place the kind of help that
survivors so desperately need.
“I know from personal experience that both bosses and colleagues are in a unique
position to help spot the signs of domestic abuse and ensure survivors get the
support they need so they no longer have to suffer in silence.
“That doesn’t mean making employers into counsellors or healthcare workers, but
the actions I’ve outlined today – which can be as simple as providing a safe
space to talk – can have a life-changing impact on survivors.”
The open letter comes as the Government publishes the final report from its
Review into Workplace Support for Victims of Domestic Abuse, which was launched
in June to collect evidence on what more both the Government and employers can
do to try and tackle all forms of domestic abuse.
In light of the findings of the report, Business Minister Paul Scully today
announced plans to consult on the steps that can be taken so survivors can
better exercise their existing employment rights, such as the right to request
flexible working.
The Government will also establish a working group including employers,
representatives of domestic abuse victims and trade unions to convene regularly
to establish practical solutions that employers can implement in the workplace,
and to measure their impact on supporting survivors.
A lack of awareness of warning signs, stigma around talking about domestic abuse
in the workplace, and a lack of knowledge about specialist services is
preventing domestic abuse survivors getting the help they need in the workplace,
the report found.
Safeguarding Minister Victoria Atkins said, “Domestic abuse is a devastating
crime which shatters lives.
“It is incredibly important that everyone works together to tackle this horrific
crime, and that includes employers – whether that is supporting survivors in the
workplace, ensuring staff know how to spot signs of abuse, or assisting victims
in seeking help they need. Many employers are already supporting their staff who
are experiencing domestic abuse in practical ways and we want this to become
“business as usual” for all employers.
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