Recent data indicates a rise in domestic abuse instances in England and Wales, with one-in-four adults reporting experiences since age 16, up from one-in-five. Enhanced official crime survey questions now include details about controlling and coercive behaviors. Approximately 18% of adults report emotional abuse while 12% report economic abuse. The Public Accounts Committee stresses the importance of improved data on violence against women and girls to effectively coordinate interventions and support services. Women's Aid praised changes for better acknowledgment of domestic abuse experiences.
According to recent data released by the Office for National Statistics, one-in-four adults in England and Wales have experienced domestic abuse since turning 16, increasing from one-in-five.
The Public Accounts Committee has called for better data on violence against women and girls, highlighting the need for improved information on support service needs and effective interventions.
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