Bolton
Things to see in Bolton
Bolton Abbey – Make sure you don’t miss the 30,000 acres of historic countryside, as you explore the ruins of the Priory. Take a picnic to relax beside the river whilst the children play – Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 6EX
Bolton Museum and Art Gallery – Take the opportunity to learn about Bolton’s rich heritage, visit the Ancient Egypt Gallery or just explore the extensive art collection – Central Library Le Mans Crescent, BL1 1SE, Bolton
Bolton Market – If you’re looking for good quality produce and a friendly atmosphere, this recently updated undercover market is a must – Ashburner Street, Bolton BL1 1TQ
Boltonhttps://www.nmes.org/ Steam Museum – Visit on a steam day and enjoy the largest collection of working mill engines in Europe – Mornington Road Bl1 4EU, Bolton
Moses Gate Country Park – Just outside of Bolton city centre is this haven for wildlife with miles of scenic woodland and waterside walks, plus nature trails, and horse and cycle routes – Mornington Road Bl1 4EU, Bolton
Are you thinking about separation or divorce because of domestic abuse?
A common reason for divorce one party being abused in some way by the other party. This could be emotional or physical abuse and for the divorce court comes under the heading of “unreasonable behaviour”. Whilst the divorce proceedings trundle on through the civil court system, victims can find themselves also going through the criminal courts if the Police are involved and there is enough evidence to bring a case.
In recent years, there has been much talk in the UK regarding the law around the subject of Domestic Abuse and divorce with draft legislation proposed by Theresa May in February 2017. This draft was finally released in January 2019 and will now be brought to Parliament for debate. The bill sets out a statutory government definition of domestic abuse which includes controlling and manipulative behaviour. For the first time, abuse does not have to be physical or violent.
The bill will recognise economic abuse, (also known as financial abuse) which is where a partner is prevented from accessing bank accounts or employment. The victim becomes financially controlled. They may not be allowed to go out to work, or if they are employed, their wages may be paid into their partners account or they may not have access to benefits as they are given to a partner. December 2016 saw the introduction of the new law meaning that coercive or controlling behaviour is now a crime. This offence carries a maximum sentence of 5 years imprisonment, a fine or both.
The future
Slowly changes are being made. Escaping a domestic abuse situation leaves victims susceptible to many issues which also affect children as a parent may find themselves homeless, relying on foodbanks for daily essentials along with dealing with their mental health as they navigate the family court system against their perpetrator. Emotions run high and post separation abuse can be rife. The abuser is losing control and many say that economic abuse is the “tail” of physical abuse as the victim is out of arms reach. Read the rest of this article here
