Ben Bradley MP for Mansfield and Warsop has welcomed today’s announcement from government that councils will have access to a share of £257 million to tackle domestic abuse.
Domestic abuse is the most prevalent form of violence against women and girls, which is why this new pot of funding has been announced. The funding will be used to support an estimated 70,000 victims of domestic violence with specialist support services to help them rebuild their lives in a safe environment.
The £257 million will also be spent on ensuring safe accommodation spaces such as refuges and shelters can provide vital support. This vital support will include counselling, assistance with rehousing, financial advice and play therapy for traumatised children.
The funding, allocated over two years and issued as a flexible grant, will be used by local authorities to plan support services and work closely with local charities and other service providers to best meet the needs of victims who have had to flee their homes.
Ben Bradley MP said:
‘Domestic Abuse is an absolutely horrific crime that impacts women and families across the UK. As such I was really pleased to see the announcement of this new fund to support domestic abuse victims.’
‘As the leader of a local authority I know how important engagement with local charities and organisations, such as NIDAS, is in support the victims and families affected by this. That is why I am really pleased this fund allows for local authorities to plan support services and work closely with local charities and organisations to ensure the needs of victims are met.’
‘I look forward to Mansfield receiving our share of this funding and seeing in action the support this will enable.’
