Police & Agencies

NCDV helps people obtain emergency civil protection orders against domestic abuse. These orders can help prevent further abuse and give the police a clear basis for action if an order is breached.

We accept referrals from police forces, public services and voluntary organisations across England and Wales. Individuals can also refer themselves.

NCDV is a not-for-profit Community Interest Company. We operate one of the largest pro bono legal support services in the country, ensuring that financial circumstances do not prevent people from seeking protection. Our national service provides a consistent and reliable referral pathway at no cost to the person seeking protection or to the referring agency.

NCDV created and maintains ASSIST, a nationwide injunction database for the police. It provides authorised officers with prompt access to injunction information after an order has been served.

We provide free one-hour sessions explaining domestic abuse protection orders, how they can support people at risk and how to refer to NCDV. We also offer wider professional training on domestic abuse and coercive control for frontline professionals, employers and trade union representatives.

Our website provides practical information about domestic abuse, coercive control and civil protection orders.

Police forces, agencies and other organisations can order free NCDV cards, posters and other materials to help explain and promote our service.