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The sun is out, the BBQ is on, the nights are lighter, the school holidays are in full swing, and we’re spending more time with the family. Sadly, there can also be a dark cloud over the light summer nights, with some people suffering in silence. We often see a rise in domestic abuse over the summer period, especially when events like the football are on too, and as always, tackling this remains a top priority for us.
That is why we have launched our latest campaign ‘What do you see?’ which focuses on all forms of domestic abuse, also aimed at getting perpetrators of domestic abuse to recognise their own behaviour by asking 'Is that me?' so they can get the support they need to stop.
With an increase in alcohol consumption, financial pressures, and more time spent off work with family members, this can often lead to prolonged periods of emotional and physical abuse within relationships and homes. For some, the school holidays aren’t something they look forward to. It can be a very difficult time for families, and we recognise that a number of people are affected by some form of domestic abuse each year, many of whom are children and young people.
Domestic abuse can happen to anybody at any time, it is not discriminatory on age, sexual orientation, gender, background, or religion. However, we do see women being disproportionately affected by domestic abuse, and tackling violence against women and girls remains an utmost priority for our force.
We work with a range of supporting organisations and charities who can help us in guiding you with a way forward for you and your family, away from your abuser.
Officers and staff within our Domestic Abuse Safeguarding Investigation Team (DASIT), Protecting Vulnerable People (PVP) Unit, and Safeguarding Governance Unit have a clear focus on protecting the most vulnerable in our communities, and look at the best course of action against any suspect or offender.
Not only this, but there is more focus on those who commit abuse to encourage them to face up to the damage caused by their actions and seek help to change.
Superintendent Phil Booker from our Protecting Vulnerable People Unit said: “Protecting vulnerable people continues to remain a high priority for us as a force, and that does not change during the summer holidays.
“For some people, this can be the most feared time of the year. A combination of financial pressure, alcohol consumption and extended time at home with the family can often fuel abusive relationships so we want to do everything we can to support those who may be suffering.
“Each year, cases of domestic abuse, continue to rise over the summer period. Domestic abuse can take many forms; it isn’t just about sexual or physical abuse. It also includes financial, coercive control or emotional abuse, digital or online or honour-related abuse such as forced marriage or Female Genital Mutation (FGM).
“Stalking and harassment can amount to any behaviour which brings persistent and unwanted attention, whether in person or psychologically, including what is known as cyberstalking.
“We want to reassure vulnerable people that we are on hand to help. Working with partner agencies, we have specialist staff available to signpost or offer vital help and support to you, your friend or anyone affected to break the cycle and get away from violent and controlling partners.
“These are extremely intrusive crimes which relate to similar but different offences that can cause victims, their families and loved ones physical, psychological, and emotional harm.
“We take all incidents extremely seriously and we would encourage anyone who believes they have been a victim or witness domestic abuse, in any form, to contact us as soon as possible. To report domestic abuse call us on 101 or if you’re in immediate danger, always call us on 999.”
Read more about the work we're doing to tackle domestic abuse, find out about arrests, charges and convictions, plus more related content.
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The Office of the Victims Commissioner has started a piece of research exploring the impact of delays in the court system on victims, victims’ services and the criminal justice system. They will use this research to develop multiple recommendations for change, including recommendations to address the delays in the current court system, mitigate the impacts of the delays on victims, and improve how victims are treated, supported and communicated with whilst they wait for trial.
As part of this work, they are conducting two online surveys, one with victims’ services staff and another with victims themselves.
Find support in your area.
North Lincolnshire’s Community Safety Partnership works together to protect you, aide in your safety and help to prevent any further incidents.
They offer support to anyone who is aged over 16 living with domestic abuse or those who wish to flee domestic abuse.
Domestic abuse team on telephone number 01724 240314.
Blue Door helpline on telephone number 0800 197 4787.
To speak to someone about help, advice, and support, please contact:
The Domestic Violence Liaison Worker on 01472 721225 or 07837 269439 (office hours only)
Women’s Aid (24 hours) on telephone number 01472 575757
Domestic Abuse Helpline for male victims on telephone number 01472 588888.
Blue Door helpline on telephone number 0800 197 4787.
Prevention of Domestic Abuse Service (PODAS) can be contacted via telephone on 01482 396708 or 396706.
Domestic Violence and Abuse Partnership (DVAP): Helpline: 01482 396368
Website: www.eastriding.gov.uk/living/crime-and-community-safety/domestic-violence/
Email: [email protected]
Blue Door helpline on telephone number 0800 197 4787.
Hull Domestic Abuse Partnership - 01482 396 368
Strength To Change - 01482 613403
Preston Road Women’s centre can be contacted on 01482 790310
Hull DAP Male Victim Support: Helpline: 01482 613978 Website: www.hulldap.com/support/male-victims/
Blue Door helpline on telephone number 0800 197 4787.
Get help now - see the section below for details of services where you live, or for support in all areas.
If you are in immediate danger, call 999 and ask for the police. If you can’t speak, press 55 on your mobile or remain silent on your landline while the operator is on the line.
Read more about the different forms of Domestic Abuse and how you can seek support.
Support Organisations that can give help and advice
The Crown Prosecution Service website has a breakdown of the types of domestic abuse.
The Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) is not the Police. The PCC is the voice of the public, elected for a four-year term to work on your behalf and hold the police to account, effectively making the police answerable to the communities they serve.
We work with many different partner agencies and support networks across our force area who all have a victim's at the heart of everything they do. Read more about the different, independent support networks we work with.
A dedicated DA team accredited on training on working safely with perpetrators of domestic abuse, offering programmes of report.
In partnership with Women's Aid
Domestic violence perpetrator programme path to change.
Prevention of Domestic Abuse Services (PODAS)
Help for domestic abuse perpetrators.
Emotional and practical support for LGBT+ people who are experiencing or have experienced domestic violence and abuse.
Free support and practical help to anyone in Humberside who has experienced sexual violence and/or abuse.
Advice for those at risk of stalking, and those subjected to stalking by a partner, stranger or acquaintance.
Paladin National Stalking Advocacy Service
Victim Support non-domestic abuse stalking service
The Domestic Abuse (DA) Alliance provides civil legal support to anyone experiencing domestic abuse, to ensure that the appropriate legal assistance and protection is actioned, without delay. The DA Alliance’s team of call handlers and caseworkers help demystify the legal process for those seeking support and, where appropriate, connects them to a firm of solicitors in their Legal Partner Network to seek an appropriate court order.
Helpline: 0800 101 7110
Visit: www.domestic-abuse.co.uk (click on the Referral button)
Email: [email protected]
If you wish to remain anonymous, you can report via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Learn more about their work around domestic abuse.
Part of Crimestoppers.
Hull Domestic Abuse Partnership have provided a number of resources in different languages.
Find out more about domestic abuse by watching the film series below.
You can download our posters to print and put up within your premises and share with other support agencies, or download our digital assets to share our campaign on your own channels.
Get your own beer mats by downloading our design.
Download your own A3 posters to display in your business premises or share with relevant support networks.
Posters providing information and guidance to victims.
Advice and guidance for offenders to help change their behaviour.
Spot who you might become before it's too late.pdf
Download your own posters to put up in your business premises or share with relevant support networks.
A variety of posters focusing on what DA could look like for victims.
Anxious about the football result.pdf
A variety of posters helping offenders recognise their own abusive behaviour and take the steps to change.
Checking up on your partner.pdf
A selection of social media graphics to share on your own channels to support the campaign.