PM warned more funding needed to halve crime against women

The prime minister has been cautioned that achieving his goal of halving violence against women and girls will require increased funding for support services, as per two key government watchdogs. The Domestic Abuse Commissioner and Victims Commissioner for England and Wales highlighted that current funding cuts are straining victim support services. Police chiefs have also alerted the prime minister about potential limitations in investigating crimes if budgets are slashed. These warnings precede the upcoming spending review, indicating a need for substantial investment to combat violence and abuse effectively.