Raneem's Law domestic abuse pilot launched across England

A new pilot program named 'Raneem's Law' will embed domestic abuse specialists in the 999 control rooms of five police forces in England, aimed at improving the response to victims following the tragic murders of Raneem Oudeh and her mother, Khaola Saleem, in 2018. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper announced the initiative, which is funded by £2.2 million from the government, as part of a broader effort to reform police emergency responses to domestic abuse. The specialists will review incoming calls and provide advice to officers, addressing past failures where police responses contributed to the victims' deaths. With the pilot launched in West Midlands, Northumbria, Northamptonshire, Bedfordshire, and Humberside, advocates believe this initiative could lead to significant cultural changes within the police force. Nour Norris, a key advocate and relative of the victims, emphasized the importance of this program in providing safety and dignity to survivors. The initiative is seen as a crucial step toward preventing future tragedies and ensuring that victims receive the help they need promptly.