Domestic abuse victims won’t face homelessness for speaking out under new law

The proposed changes will apply to those living in social housing (Picture: John Keeble/Getty Images)

A new law being brought to parliament today aims to close a loophole which has meant domestic abuse victims living in social housing feel forced to stay in harm’s way – or risk homelessness.

Currently, there is no way for landlords to evict abusers before their victim has already left the home.

And in joint tenancies, victims who wish to leave the home they share ...