TMBC believe that perpetrators are responsible for their abusive behaviour and will be held accountable. We understand that housing can often be used by perpetrators as a method of control. Council staff will aim to disrupt this abusive behaviour by providing victims/survivors with support around their housing options and utilising enforcement options against perpetrators if necessary.

Housing staff will not contact the perpetrator without explicit consent from the victim/survivor. Housing staff will not disclose any information relating to domestic abuse to the perpetrator.

In cases where property damage has been caused by the perpetrator, TMBC will not hold the victim/survivor liable for charges.

Victim/survivors will be provided with information and guidance on how to pursue legal options and protections from the perpetrator.

If a perpetrator recognises their behaviour as abusive and requests support, staff can signpost to local perpetrator services.