Estimate of one in four women seeking refuge will be turned away due to lack of capacity and funding
The government has been urged to take action after it was revealed that women seeking refuge after leaving an abusive relationship are facing roadblocks with their referrals due to lack of funding and specialist provisions. Domestic abuse charity Women’s Aid has collected data on referrals to shelters and refuges between 2022 and 2023, covering 62 […]
Women’s Aid urges new government to prioritise women and children after Labour’s landslide win
After a landslide win from Labour in the UK General Election and an end to 14 years of Tory rule, domestic abuse charity Women’s Aid have asked for ‘real tangible change’ as they welcome pledges from the new government. Last week, Women’s Aid held a rally outside parliament calling for an end to the ‘epidemic’ […]
Police have warned of increase in domestic violence during Euros Tournament after England V Slovenia match saw fans throwing cups
The police have issued warnings of a potential increase in domestic violence amid the excitement of the Euros this summer. The England team has topped Group C after goalless finish against Slovenia, and have reached the knockout stage of the tournament. Rowdy fans were seen throwing cups at the game – after police have alerted […]
