BRITAIN’S Supreme Court has ruled that shouting constitutes as domestic violence and anyone who raises their voice at their partner could be thrown out of their home, the Daily Mail reported Thursday.
Leading a bench of five judges, Lady Brenda Hale made the ruling in the case of Mihret Yemshaw, 35, who had applied for free housing entitled to victims of domestic abuse.
Ms Yemshaw said her husband had yelled at her in front of their two children and did not give her money for housekeeping.
However, her request was rejected by officials in Hounslow, West London because her husband had never hit her or threatened physical violence.
Wednesday’s judgment means Hounslow council will be required to reconsider Ms Yemshaw’s case.
Under the landmark ruling, denying money to a partner or criticising them could also count as abusive behavior.
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