CUTS to domestic violence services have “deathly consequences,” feminist activists have warned ministers as abusive relationships among young people are on the rise.Sisters Uncut marked World Suicide Prevention Day on Thursday evening by staging a vigil outside Parliament for teenage victims of domestic abuse.Almost half (49 per cent) of teenage relationships are violent or controlling, according to data cited by campaigners, who said domestic violence now affects a larger portion of 16 to 19-year-olds than any other age group.

CUTS to domestic violence services have “deathly consequences,” feminist activists have warned ministers as abusive relationships among young people are on the rise.

Sisters Uncut marked World Suicide Prevention Day on Thursday evening by staging a vigil outside Parliament for teenage victims of domestic abuse.

Almost half (49 per cent) of teenage relationships are violent or controlling, according to data cited by campaigners, who said domestic violence now affects a larger portion of 16 to 19-year-olds than any other age group.

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