Articles for : violence against women
Scotland
JUSTICE
Abusive Husband Jailed for 8 Years After Wife's Death in Landmark Domestic Abuse Case
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A husband is jailed for eight years for causing his wife's death after an 18-month campaign of domestic abuse, in a landmark ruling.
SOCIETY
UK Government Pledges to Halve Violence Against Women in a Decade Amidst Alarming Statistics
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Investigation reveals 90 cases of females killed by males, with 24 murder convictions. Ministers declare a 'national emergency' to tackle the issue.