Domestic abuse

If you are in immediate danger please dial 999. If it is not safe for you to speak, the silent solution guide gives you advice on what to do.

Domestic abuse can include many types of abuse between people who have a personal connection. This may be people who are, or who have been in an intimate relationship or family members, regardless of gender or sexual orientation.

Behaviour is abusive if its is:

• Physical or sexual abuse
• Violent or threatening behaviour
• Controlling or coercive behaviour
• Economic abuse
• Psychological or emotional, or other abuse.

How we can help you

You have a right to feel safe in your home and you can call us in on 0800 169 2988 or report online via our Domestic Abuse report form.

What we will do when we receive your report:

• Call you back at a time that is best for you;
• We will not leave a voicemail or discuss your case with anyone else who answers the phone;
• We will agree the safest method of contact with you;
• Provide a translation service if required.

Other help and support

You can download Bright Sky App to your mobile phone.

You can find help and support from National Domestic Violence Helpline, Womens Aid and Refuge on 0808 2000 247.

National Domestic Abuse Helpline

Refuge

Victim Support

ManKind

Government guidance on how to get help

Citizens Advice

Women's aid