Government’s process behind tackling violence against women ‘worse than under the Tories’

Leading organizations in the violence against women and girls (VAWG) sector are criticizing the government's development of its upcoming VAWG strategy, claiming the process has been chaotic and has sidelined expert input. The strategy, initially expected in the spring, has been delayed multiple times and is now expected to be published just before the Christmas recess. Sources within the VAWG sector are concerned that the strategy will not be radical enough to meet the government's goal of halving VAWG rates in a decade. Some stakeholders claim engagement was better under the previous Conservative government, citing poor engagement and transparency throughout the strategy's development. The strategy is expected to focus on preventing radicalization of young men, stopping abusers, and supporting victims.

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