Petition · Department for Business and Trade

Require coercive control awareness training for some sectors

Closed 661 signatures

What the petition asks

We call upon the UK Government and Parliament to implement requirements for coercive control awareness training for all professionals working in these sectors - healthcare, education, social services and police forces.
Coercive control is a subtle yet damaging form of domestic abuse that can have devastating effects on men women & children. Despite its seriousness, we think many professionals lack the necessary training to identify & respond effectively to coercive control. By ensuring all professionals receive comprehensive training, we think we can create a safer environment for victims, promote early intervention & improve support services. We believe prioritising this training is crucial in breaking the cycle of abuse.

Timeline

19 Dec 2024 Petition opened for signatures
19 Jun 2025 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 661
Status Closed
Department Department for Business and Trade
Opened 19 Dec 2024
Closed 19 Jun 2025

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 3 Aug 2026.