DARDR 2026 What has changed? & What do professionals need to know?

Course Description

This course provides professionals with an overview of the key changes introduced under DARDR 2026, exploring the implications for professional practice, organisational responsibilities and multi-agency working.

Participants will develop an understanding of the updated requirements, identify what has changed, and consider how these developments affect their roles, responsibilities and day-to-day decision-making.

The course will explore the practical application of the updated framework, highlight areas requiring greater professional awareness, and provide guidance on responding effectively to emerging expectations.

Learning Outcomes

1. Understand the changes – Explain the legal context, scope and transition arrangements associated with the September 2026 guidance.

2. Apply the process – Describe the key stages of a Domestic Abuse-Related Death Review (DARDR), including notification, scoping, commissioning, full review, quality assurance and publication.

3. Contribute effectively – Identify what their organisation is expected to provide and understand how to engage safely, sensitively and appropriately with families and communities.

4. Make learning count – Translate review findings into specific, measurable, clearly owned and outcome-focused actions that support meaningful organisational and multi-agency change.

Who Should Attend?

This course is suitable for DARDR Chairs, Panel members, Domestic abuse professionals, managers, safeguarding practitioners, frontline staff and others whose roles involve supporting DARDR’s.