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Apr 4, 2016 · But could something have been done sooner? Some commentors have asked if new laws covering coercive and controlling abuse, which became crime punishable by up to five years in prison from last year – even if the abuse stops short of physical violence – could have helped Helen.
- Stephanie Boland
Sep 9, 2016 · Marital rape-psychological research. Not criminalised until 1991, marital rape remains a particularly hidden and under-reported problem. Martin and colleagues describe it as one of the controlling tactics in domestic abuse.
The Archers Trial Week: The Key Players. Who will be called to appear at Helen’s trial. Meet some of the key witnesses in the case.
Sep 5, 2016 · The trial (which began yesterday) and the build-up have brought another issue to the fore — the huge emotional impact of a court case, both on individual witnesses and on families and communities. We’ve seen how many of those involved feel anxious or scared about giving evidence.
Sep 13, 2016 · Not to detract from the MPs pushing for the exemption, but greater public interest in the issue because of The Archers can hardly have hurt their case. On a more regular basis, the...
Sep 12, 2016 · The not guilty verdict in The Archers has brought a dramatic twist to a long-running storyline that highlighted the issue of domestic abuse. Helen Titchener had been taken to court for stabbing...
Aug 23, 2016 · 23rd August 2016. The Archers: Helen’s story – Taking an abuse case to court. After last night’s dramatic episode where Kaz revealed to Helen that her partner abused her leaving her feeling powerless and afraid for her girls what can she do next? What help is there out there for her and her family?
