Derbyshire Police urge domestic abuse victims to seek support during lockdown

Derbyshire Police are raising awareness of the help and support that is available for domestic abuse victims as the UK lockdown continues.
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DCI Brian Bilby, from the force’s Public Protection Unit, said: “We know that ­coronavirus will have a serious impact on the lives of anyone who is experiencing domestic abuse.

“If you’re already living with domestic abuse, then the current restrictions on movement to slow the spread of the virus have probably left you fearful of being isolated in the house with your abuser and as if there is nowhere to go for help.

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“Please remember that you can still call 999 if you or someone else is in danger.”

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DCI Bilby said that while some domestic abuse support services are not currently offering face-to-face meetings, advice and support is still available on the phone or online.

In Derbyshire, the following services are available;

Derby City Domestic Abuse Service – 0800 085 3481

Derbyshire Domestic Abuse Service – 0800 019 8668

National Domestic Abuse Helpline – 0808 200 0247

Men’s Advice Line – 0808 801 0327

National LBGT+ Domestic Abuse Helpline – 0800 999 5428

Rape and Sexual Violence Services – 01773 746 115

Sail Derbyshire – a variety of numbers are available via the website Sailderbyshire.org.uk

If you’re a child or young person and domestic abuse is happening in your home or relationship, then call Childline on 0800 1111.

If you are worried about hurting the ones you love whilst staying at home, call the Respect Phoneline for support and help to manage your behaviour, 0808 8024040.