WITH the World Cup on the horizon it is also a time when women and girls face increased fear, knowing their abuser may return home after the final whistle.
Research has found that incidents of domestic abuse increase by 38 per cent when England loses, rise by 26 per cent when they win, and remain 11 per cent higher the following day regardless of the result.
Available across West Mercia, a full list of commissioned domestic abuse and sexual violence services can be found on the West Mercia PCC website.
PCC John Campion said: “The spectacle of the World Cup is a moment of excitement for many – but for some, it brings fear. Too many women and girls across West Mercia are subject to abuse, often behind closed doors, and that is simply unacceptable.
“No one should ever suffer abuse. But to achieve that, we need a cultural shift – one that tackles harmful attitudes at their root and challenges behaviour long before it escalates into violence.
“As PCC, I remain absolutely committed to protecting victims and survivors. I will continue to invest in specialist services, strengthen prevention, and ensure those who experience abuse get the support they need and the justice they deserve.”
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