“One of my police colleagues said to me when I told him about my situation: “If domestic abuse can happen to the Borough Commander, it can happen to anyone!” I agree with this. It took me a long time to acknowledge that I was in a controlling and abusive marriage and I used work as my refuge to hide what was happening at home. I’m determined to help employers recognise their responsibilities to raise awareness and to provide support and signposting to their staff impacted by domestic abuse.“
