Domestic abuse is very common and currently claims the life of two women a week and one man every three weeks. One incident of domestic abuse is reported to the Police every minute.

Domestic Violence is ‘Any incident of threatening behaviour, violence or abuse (psychological, physical, sexual, financial or emotional) between adults who are or have been intimate partners or family members, regardless of gender or sexuality’.

This includes so called ‘honour based violence’, forced marriage, abuse of power and intimidation. Whatever form it takes it is rarely a one-off incident and should instead be seen as a pattern of abuse and controlling behaviour through which the abuser seeks power over their victim.

Do you need help or know anyone who does?
Help is available - make the call:

• National Domestic Violence Helpline Number 0808 2000 247
• Forced Marriage Unit 0207 0080151
• Men’s Advice Line 0808 801 0327
• Broken Rainbow (LGBT) 0845 260 4460
• Police in an emergency 999
• Childline 0800 1111
• NSPCC National Helpline 0800 800 5000
• Victim Support 0845 30 30 900
  

Don’t Suffer in Silence!