If you or someone else is in immediate danger, you can call the police by dialling 111. If you’re worried that somebody in your neighbourhood is experiencing ongoing family violence, you can call your local police station. There are also different helplines you can call for advice, including:
Shine helpline: 0508 744 633
It’s Not Ok information line: 0800 456 450
Women’s refuge crisis line: 0800 REFUGE or 0800 733 843.
See the chapter “Family violence and elder abuse” for more information.