Don't suffer from domestic abuse in silence - help is available
City of London Safer City Partnership
Getting help This is perhaps the most important thing you can do.
In an emergency, call 999. Domestic violence is treated very seriously by the police, and they will take action to protect you.
The City of London Police Public Protection Unit have specially trained officers investigate cases and provide advice. Contact them on 020 7601 2940.
Does your organisation have a
domestic violence policy? This could mean that help is closer than you think. Your manager or Human Resources group could be a good starting point for getting help.
In all cases, you can call the National Domestic Violence Helpline on0808 2000 247
There are many people and organisations to turn to if you are suffering from domestic violence. Your GP, for example, can direct you to groups that work with victims of abuse. They can point you to local support groups and charities that help victims and their children escape the cycle of violence.
If you don’t want to discuss it with your GP, you can call one of the helplines listed below. They can make sure you find safe emergency refuge accommodation and put you in touch with people.
www.cityoflondon.police.uk
www.nationaldomesticviolencehelpline.
org.uk www.direct.gov.uk www.forcedmarriage.net www.stalkinghelpline.org www.suzylamplugh.org
The helplines include:
• English National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247 • Men’s Advice Line: 0808 801 0327
• Broken Rainbow Helpline (for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people): 0300 999 5428
• Respect Phoneline (for people who are abusive to partners and want help to stop): 0808 802 4040
• Forced Marriage Unit: 020 7088 0151
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