Domestic violence screening tool should be replaced, Jess Phillips says
The UK safeguarding minister, Jess Phillips, has stated that the main screening tool used to determine which domestic violence victims need support, the Dash (domestic abuse, stalking, harassment and "honour-based" violence) questionnaire, has "obvious problems" and should be replaced. The Dash questionnaire has been largely relied on by police, social services, and healthcare workers across the UK since 2009 to assess risk. However, Phillips is now reviewing the systems, including the Dash questionnaire, as she believes it does not work effectively in identifying and providing support to domestic violence victims. The article suggests that this assessment tool may be inadequate in addressing the complex and evolving nature of domestic violence, and a more comprehensive and effective approach is needed to ensure that all victims receive the necessary support and protection.
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