Domestic Abuse Policy

North Tyneside Council is committed to the principles of equality and diversity.  Our Domestic Abuse Policy aims to:

• Meet the needs and choices of people from all backgrounds and takes into consideration age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion, or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity;
• Ensure our service is responsive and meets the needs of our existing and prospective customers; and  
• Understand the cultural implications and barriers to reporting domestic abuse
• Ensure that all sections of the community in which we work have access to our services.