Domestic Abuse
Domestic abuse is any kind of violence or other abuse between family members. This can be violent behaviour by a husband, wife, boyfriend, girlfriend, partner, ex-partner, father, mother, son or daughter who lives with you or lives elsewhere. It may include physical, sexual, emotional or financial abuse. It can also affect the health and wellbeing of children in the family.
No one should have to put up with any kind of violence or abuse. Everyone has the right to personal safety - so it you are worried then ask for help. If it has happened once it is likely to happen again. Even if it has been happening for years it is never too late to seek help.
If you have been affected by domestic abuse, contact the Safe at Home Team for confidential advice, support and information on 0800 9 151561 or visit the Council website for more information.
Last reviewed: 26/03/2015