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<p /> <p>This question relates to the disclosure of sensitive information in the civil
courts, where robust measures are already in place.</p><p> </p><p>Judges have the
power to order non disclosure of details, to have cases heard in private or evidence
given via video link or from behind a screen, and to make other orders as necessary
to preserve the address or other personal details of a victim of domestic abuse, harassment
or stalking. For this to happen it is important that the victim brings any issues
to the attention of the judge at the earliest opportunity so that appropriate care
can be taken throughout the case.</p><p> </p><p>More broadly, in its 2014 Action Plan,
A Call to End Violence against Women and Girls, the Government has committed to develop
a code of practice to ensure “safe addresses” and other personal information about
the identity and whereabouts of victims of domestic and sexual violence are properly
protected.</p>
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