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Escaping My Abuser

Victoria Derbyshire investigates what the coronavirus lockdown meant for those trapped with an abusive partner, and meets some of those who managed to escape.

Home isn’t always a safe place. Panorama investigates what the 'Stay at Home' pandemic rule meant for those trapped with an abusive partner. Reporter Victoria Derbyshire grew up with a violent father and understands the impact it can have on families. She reveals the scale of domestic violence at the height of the crisis and meets some of those who managed to escape during lockdown. And she asks if the government has done enough for those who were put in danger by having to stay at home.

29 minutes

Credits

RoleContributor
PresenterVictoria Derbyshire
DirectorAlys Cummings
ProducerAlys Cummings
Executive ProducerLucie Kon
EditorRachel Jupp

Broadcasts

  • Mon 17 Aug 202019:30
  • Mon 17 Aug 202020:30
  • Mon 17 Aug 202022:45
  • Sat 22 Aug 202001:40