DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SUPPORT INFORMATION
A specialist domestic violence court designed to give greater support to victims in Ipswich is now open. Based at South East Suffolk Magistrates' Court, it fast-tracks Domestic Violence cases through the judicial system and is expected to encourage more victims to give evidence against their abusers.
The Specialist Domestic Violence Court (SDVC) is one of 28 located across England and Wales. In areas where there are such courts, the number of domestic violence prosecutions has increased from 59 per cent to 71pc.
Womens Aid Centre (Bury St Edmunds)
Telephone: 01284 753 085 ... 24hr help line: 0808 2000 247
A refuge offering accommodation, friendship and support to women and their children who are victims of domestic violence. Open hours 10 a.m - 3 p.m. Coordinators are available 24 hours, contact is via the Police and Samaritans. An information leaflet about the service is available on request.
Ipswich Women’s Aid
Telephone 01473 745 111 email@ipswichwa.org.uk
IWA runs two refuges in Ipswich and accommodates women aged 16 and over and their children who have experienced domestic violence. You can ring the Helpline to discuss a variety of choices available including legal, housing and support options.
Braintree Women's Aid
Telephone 01376 321 720 ... All services Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm
Answerphone for emergency contacts 01376 321720 [overnight and weekends]
Freephone 24 hour Domestic Violence Helpline
Run in partnership between Refuge & Women's Aid 0808 2000 247 email: helpline@womensaid.org.uk
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