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Domestic Abuse

Domestic Abuse

Jump to a section by selecting it below: What is it? | What should I do? | How to report it? | Where to get help? What is it? Domestic abuse is defined as any incident of threatening behaviour, violence or abuse between persons who are 16 and over, who are...
Rape and Sexual Assault

Rape and Sexual Assault

What is it? A sexual assault is any sexual act that a person did not consent to, or is forced into against their will. It is a form of sexual violence and includes rape (an assault involving penetration of the vagina, anus or mouth), or other sexual offences, such as...
Forced Marriage

Forced Marriage

What is it? A forced marriage is a marriage conducted without the consent of one or both parties or where consent is obtained under duress. This is markedly different from an arranged marriage in which the individuals retain freewill and have the choice to accept the...
Hate Crime

Hate Crime

What is it? Hate crime is an incident which may or may not be a criminal offence but which is perceived by you as being motivated by prejudice or hate. This could be based on age, disability, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation or transgender identity. A...
Honour Based Violence

Honour Based Violence

What is it? Honour-Based Violence is the term used to describe violent or threatening behaviour which is committed to protect or defend perceived cultural beliefs or the honour of the family. Honour-based violence is not acceptable behaviour and it isn’t legal. Some...
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