News stories from May 2010
St Helens IDVA service links in with Police for World Cup
21st May 2010
St Helens IDVA and Merseyside Police are working collaboratively towards tackling domestic abuse during the World Cup period. Police reported in 2006 that there was a 31% increase in DV on England’s World Cup match days and this was reflected by Home Office figures. Of those, one in four offenders was under the influence of alcohol. Together plans are being made to tackle the issue proactively and keep victims safe at this time.
The St Helens IDVA and Merseyside police are currently working towards a campaign that will not only highlight the need for specialist detectives but also the need for specialist support for the victims of an Independent nature.
Part of the campaign is to raise awareness as to where victims can obtain specialist support and advice but also tackling the issue practically and working responsibly throughout the Domestic violence enforcement campaign.
Don't become another statistic please call St Helens IDVA service 01744 743 200 for free and confidential advice.
The Relationships Centre says "Give Domestic Abuse the red card" this World Cup season.
21st May 2010
The Relationships Centre says….
Give Domestic Abuse the Red Card!!!
Whether or not we are football lovers we are all bound to know that the World Cup is on its way. The World Cup officially kicks of on 11th June with the match between South Africa and Mexico. But did we all know that with it the World Cup brings a significant rise in reported incidents of domestic abuse. During the last World Cup in 2006 Police reported a 31% increase in domestic abuse reported on England match days.
The link between major sporting events, alcohol and DV has long been recognised by professionals and it’s important that key agencies work in partnership to take steps to support those at risk.
At The Relationships Centre we are putting additional provision in place during the World Cup to reduce the risk to those experiencing abuse. If you are suffering or know someone who is please contact the Warrington IDVA support is availble to you.
Don’t suffer in silence, call the Warrington IDVA service on 01925 246910 for free confidential advice.
Runaway success for families
21st May 2010
Over the last twelve months The Relationships Centre’s groundbreaking Talk Don't Walk project has worked with 201 families following reports to Cheshire Constabulary of children and young people going missing from home. The project has successfully supported families who have experienced numerous difficulties from bullying to sexual exploitation.
Every year 100,000 young people run away, one in nine will stay away overnight. Talk Don't Walk has reduced the number of runaways in the Warrington area of Cheshire by 80% since 2004. The staff on the project work collaboratively with families to identify areas of difficulty and apply intervention to suit their individual needs.
Stephen Leach, speaking on behalf of the Talk Don't Walk team said, “It’s often difficult to know what to do when we face problems in life, I’m proud to say that Talk Don't Walk make a difference by offering young people and their family’s suitable options to help them overcome their difficulties.”
If you are worried about a situation and feel that the only option is to run away, contact Talk Don't Walk for some advice today on 01925 246 910.
