09 June 2026
Islanders who have had experience of the Family Courts in Jersey where allegations of domestic abuse or violence were involved are being invited to take part in confidential interviews with an independent reviewer.
Hannah Markham KC has been commissioned to undertake this work as part of Jersey’s ongoing efforts to implement the recommendations of the Taskforce on Violence Against Women and Girls, VAWG. One of the key recommendations is an independent review of the family justice system, focusing on how it responds to cases where allegations of domestic abuse or violence are made.
Individuals who come forward will be invited to attend a private, face-to-face interview in a confidential and appropriate non-Government setting. All information shared will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Hannah Markham KC will be in Jersey to conduct interviews on the following dates:
- 22 June
- 24 June
- 25 June
- 26 June
Anyone who would like to undertake a confidential interview about their experiences can contact Ms Markham directly, by email on: H.Markham@gov.je.
This work follows the independent review undertaken earlier this year by Eleanor Laws KC, which examined Jersey’s criminal justice system in relation to domestic abuse, rape and sexual assault cases as part of the VAWG programme. A report and recommendations (known as The Laws Review) was published in February this year.
It is anticipated that Ms Markham will publish a report of her findings later this year.
Comment from Hannah Markham KC: “I am keen to hear directly from islanders who have experience of the Family Court system in cases involving domestic abuse. Their insights are invaluable in helping to understand how the system operates in practice and where changes and or improvements may be needed. Their experiences will further inform the work already ongoing and add to the views from professionals working on Island. All contributions will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.”
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