Abusers who use non-fatal strangulation will face up to five years in jail under a new law planned by the government.
Campaigners have been calling for the change, arguing that perpetrators are often only charged with common assault, meaning up to six months in jail.
The government had initially said it had no plans to change the law.
But now, ministers plan to make non-fatal strangulation a specific criminal offence in the Domestic Abuse Bill.

The domestic abuse commissioner for England and Wales, Nicole Jacobs, called the changes a "huge win".

WE WON!!

I would like to thank you all for taking the time to sign my petition. The Government has listened to the voices of fellow victims and survivors and acted.

This is a great day to celebrate. I will raise a glass once this amendment has Royal Assent, in the coming weeks.

The army of survivors is getting bigger, and I know we wont stop until domestic abuse is no more. If you would like to sign any other of my da related petitions then please visit my website (www.sutda.org )

Again, thank you, and please remember that your voice is important to make change happen.

Rachel x