Veilig Thuis asks for €70m as domestic abuse reports mount
People who report suspected child abuse or domestic violence are waiting an average of 2 months for national domestic violence...
Veilig Thuis, the national network for handling suspected child abuse and domestic violence reports, is requesting an additional €70 million from the government to address a growing backlog of cases. The agency reported that it takes an average of 2 months to respond to each report, and 50% of reports miss the required 5-day safety assessment deadline.
The backlog has worsened due to staff shortages and the increasing complexity of cases, with some families waiting over 6 months for assistance. A recent case involved a 6-year-old girl who suffered severe abuse despite multiple reports to Veilig Thuis. The minister responsible for youth care, Mirjam Sterk, plans to meet with local officials to discuss the necessary reforms and budget allocation.
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