National Stalking Consortium

Every year, the Consortium collaborates on a National Stalking Awareness Week campaign that sheds light on issues relating to victims of stalking, pushing decision makers in the criminal justice system and the government to improve provisions for stalking victims. Topics have included “Bridging the Gap” between victims and advocates, “Standing Together” with young victims of stalking, and “Join Forces Against Stalking” to promote a multi-agency approach.  

We have lobbied collectively on vital issues such as the removal of parental alienation from the Domestic Abuse Statutory Guidance (2021) and on concerns to changes around the definition of post-separation control within the Coercive and Controlling Behaviours Statutory Guidance (2022). 

Stalking super-complaint

We submitted a super-complaint at the end of 2022 which highlighted systemic issues in the police response to stalking. The super-complaint was a landmark moment for the sector and shed light on many of the issues the Consortium has repeatedly highlighted since 2014. 

In September 2024, the Independent Office for Police Conduct, His Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) and the College of Policing published its report on the super-complaint, finding clear evidence supporting the claims made in our original report. The committee set out recommendations for Chief Constables as well as Police and Crime Commissioners, the Home Office, Crown Prosecution Service and National Police Chief’s Council to ensure that the response to stalking is improved. This was a monumental moment for initiating widespread change to improve the experiences and outcomes for victims of stalking.

health response: Spotting stalking

For National Stalking Awareness Week 2025, we highlight how specialist stalking services can work together with the healthcare sector to recognise victims of stalking and ensure they access the support they need – whether they be patients or members of staff themselves.

join forces against stalking

Effective multi-agency working is crucial for ensuring victims of stalking are supported from their point of disclosure right through until a conviction and beyond. This year, we are calling for agencies across the police, CPS and healthcare to join forces, and work together to effectively support victims of stalking. 

STANDING AGAINST STALKING: Supporting Young People

From our services, we are finding that an increasing number of 16- to 24-year-olds are contacting our Helpline to seek support in how to deal with such unwanted behaviours, as often, this can be an incredibly difficult and anxious time for them, leading to adverse mental health outcomes, and impacting their education and social life.