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Is There Rough Justice For Women Who Kill Their Abusers?

A lack of understanding of the impact of long-term domestic abuse can lead to women receiving overly harsh sentences. Campaigners are calling for first responders, lawyers and judges to handle these cases more sensitively

by Dominique Sisley

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“When I reported indecent exposure I felt discouraged from pressing charges by police”

Zoe Beaty’s experience shows why an inquiry into the Met Police’s handling of women’s safety is long overdue.

by Zoe Beaty

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Is There Rough Justice For Women Who Kill Their Abusers?

A lack of understanding of the impact of long-term domestic abuse can lead to women receiving overly harsh sentences. Campaigners are calling for first responders, lawyers and judges to handle these cases more sensitively

by Dominique Sisley

Law

“When I reported indecent exposure I felt discouraged from pressing charges by police”

Zoe Beaty’s experience shows why an inquiry into the Met Police’s handling of women’s safety is long overdue.

by Zoe Beaty

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Is There Rough Justice For Women Who Kill Their Abusers?“When I reported indecent exposure I felt discouraged from pressing charges by police”

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