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Supporting staff experiencing domestic abuse policy

This model policy sets out an organisation’s approach to supporting employees experiencing domestic abuse, including the support available and how disclosures will be handled. It helps employers respond sensitively and manage these situations consistently.

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By Sarah Silcox

Use this model policy to outline your organisation’s commitment to supporting staff experiencing domestic abuse and highlight the internal and external resources available.

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Updated to take account of the definition of “domestic abuse set out in the Domestic Abuse Act 2021.

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Sarah Silcox

Sarah Silcox is an experienced writer on workplace issues, specialising in occupational health and well-being, reward, pensions and benefits.

Sarah has many years’ experience as a specialist researcher, editor and conference presenter, and includes government departments, employers’ organisations and professional bodies among her clients.

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