Public opinion sought over domestic abuse measures

Residents have been invited to share their views on plans to tackle domestic abuse in Shropshire.

Shropshire Domestic Abuse local partnership board has been working on a draft of its strategy for the next three years, and have asked those living and working in the county to help form a final version.

It has been developed by the board alongside input from victims and survivors through Shropshire's Lived Experience Advisory Group, who are led by the Domestic Abuse prevention team at Shropshire Council.

The survey closes on 9 March.

The local authority's portfolio holder for adult social care, Ruth Houghton, said: "By opening this public consultation, the local Domestic Abuse Partnership Board is inviting residents, professionals, and community groups to help shape a strategy that genuinely reflects the needs of our rural county.

"Your insight will be pivotal in ensuring our response is grounded in the voices of those most affected. I strongly encourage everyone to take part and contribute to this significant work."

The council added: "With around 57% of Shropshire's population living in rural communities, our strategy places rurality at the forefront to ensure no one is left without the support they need."

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