Domestic violence
Tower Hamlets Council is committed to working in partnership
with statutory and community organisations to prevent domestic
violence and reduce the harm it causes to individuals, families and
the community as a whole.
Domestic violence is any incident of threatening behaviour,
violence or abuse (psychological, physical, sexual, financial or
emotional) between adults who are, or who have been, intimate
partners or family members, regardless of gender or sexuality. This
definition includes violence such as female genital mutilation
(FGM) so-called ‘honour’ crimes, forced marriage, and acts of
gender-based violence.
Domestic violence happens across all communities, faiths and
cultures.
Further information
Tel: 0800 279 5434
E-mail: domesticviolence@towerhamlets.gov.uk