Domestic abuse

National contacts

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Agencies providing support or advice nationally.

24 hour National Domestic Violence Helpline

Safe Spaces 

Safe Spaces are located in chemists. They provide a safe and discrete way to reach out to friends and family, and contact specialist support services. These are open and ready for you to use.

Galop

Galop is an LGBT anti-violence and abuse charity.

ChildLine

ChildLine supports on any issue for anyone aged under 19.

Victim Support

Victim Support

  • Call: 0845 456 5995
  • Opening hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm

Men's Advice Line

Men’s Advice Line

Mankind

Samaritans

Samaritans

Animal organisations who can offer support

Cats Protection's specialist cat fostering service for those fleeing domestic abuse.  

Dogs Trust Freedom Project supports dog owners escaping domestic abuse 

Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre

  • Call: 08451 221 331
  • Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 12pm to 2:30pm and 7pm to 9:30pm, Saturday to Sunday, 2:30pm to 5pm.

Honour Based Abuse

If you are experiencing Honour Based Abuse or facing a forced marriage,  Karma Nirvana can help.

Advice on forced marriages from Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office