The Latest Breaking News from Women Aid

TSB launches new ‘Emergency Flee Fund’ for people experiencing domestic abuse

TSB branches in Alloa, Dundee and Galashiels are part of a pilot scheme offering dedicated support.

Daily Record · Dec 9, 2022

TSB launches emergency flee fund for people experiencing domestic abuse

People will be able to get support payments of £50 to £500, depending on their need.

The Independent UK · Dec 9, 2022

One in four women will experience domestic abuse, with World Cup a trigger point

Charioties have been given more than £1.2million to help tackle domestic violence

Wales Online · Dec 1, 2022

People praise ‘powerful’ Women’s Aid campaign highlighting domestic abuse around World Cup

Risk of domestic abuse increases whether England wins, draws or loses

The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2022

7 in 10 Irish people believe pornography is harming society

A majority of people also believe the Government and tech companies should do more to protect young people and children from exposure to pornography

Dublin Live · Nov 26, 2022

Criminal justice system going ‘backwards’ on domestic abuse, says Labour leader

Sir Keir Starmer spoke after speaking to victim’s of domestic violence at a refuge in Birmingham.

The Independent UK · Nov 25, 2022

Majority of Irish people believe porn is harming society

A Women's Aid survey also found that almost two thirds of people (63%) believe that pornography leads to increased sexual violence in society

Irish Mirror · Nov 24, 2022

"He's abusive but I can't afford to leave": The hidden victims of the cost of living crisis

SPECIAL REPORT: As the cost of living crisis pushes more families to the edge, many women are at a risk of returning to abusive relationships - or not being able to flee at all

Manchester Evening News · Nov 20, 2022

Antrim and Newtownabbey UUP man's court letter for wife-beater criticised by Women's Aid

The Ulster Unionist representative said the defendant's actions were "abhorrent" but his family asked for the letter

Belfast Live · Nov 17, 2022

I'm A Celeb blasted by Women's Aid for giving 'alleged abuser' Seann Walsh a platform

I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! star Seann Walsh opened up about the fallout following the kiss scandal with Strictly co-star Katya Jones

Daily Mirror · Nov 12, 2022