Violence Against Women in England and Wales Declared a 'National Emergency'
Police report reveals alarming increase in violent crimes, calls for comprehensive societal intervention.
- Nearly 3,000 violent crimes against women and girls are recorded daily, with the true number likely higher due to underreporting.
- The National Police Chiefs' Council found a 37% increase in such crimes over the past five years, with perpetrators becoming younger.
- Experts stress the importance of early education on healthy relationships and the dangers of controlling behaviors.
- Online radicalization of young men is exacerbating the issue, with calls for tech companies to remove harmful content.
- Government and police initiatives are underway to address the crisis, but systemic delays in the justice system hinder progress.