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There were high hopes that the Online Safety Bill would make the UK the ‘safest place in the world to …
We know that the cost of living crisis is having a devastating impact on everyone across the UK but we …
By Sharne Williams, CEO of the Paul Lavelle Foundation
When we say the words ‘domestic abuse’ the first thing that comes …
The blog reflects the views of Bekhal Mahmod with narration by Dr Hannana Siddiqui at Southall Black Sisters (SBS).
In 2015, …
By Richard Robinson, Chief Executive Officer, Hourglass
The abuse of older people is internationally recognised once a year by WEAAD, or …
This week is Men’s Health Week, a time for organisations to come together and raise awareness of preventable health issues …
By Dr Cath White
The changes to legislation on non-fatal strangulation (NFS) are to be celebrated. It is hoped that they …
Matthew Scott is the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for Kent. Here he tells us about the work the PCC …
Sofia fled from London to Hull with her 18-month-old daughter to escape a dangerous perpetrator. She was sofa surfing at …