Domestic violence tagged articles

#TooManyNames event remembers women’s lives lost to male violence

This Friday (29 November), Bedford Borough Council is calling on the community to come together for a minute's silence to honour the women whose lives have been lost to male violence as part of the #TooManyNames event...

Top cop says victims should “flag up” poor service following Sarah Albone murder

Bedfordshire’s top cop said victims of domestic abuse or stalking should “flag up” that they still don’t feel safe following the force’s response to their cries for help. During their Accountability Meeting...

Petition highlights concerns Bedford’s victims of domestic abuse will lose vital support

A petition presented to Bedford Borough Council’s full meeting yesterday (Wednesday, March 16) said that as of April 1, Bedford Women’s Centre will not be able to provide services for...

Bedfordshire Police promise “relentless focus” to tackling male violence against women

Bedfordshire Police have shared their commitment to tackling male violence against women and girls on White Ribbon Day, a global movement of men and boys working to end...

New refuge in Bedford to support women fleeing domestic abuse

A new refuge in Bedford is providing a safe haven and providing "forward-thinking" support for women and their children, fleeing domestic abuse Bedford Borough Council has...

Committee overrides massive village opposition to give permission to mother and baby unit

Councillors have overridden huge opposition in Sharnbrook to give the green light to a service for troubled new mums and their newborns. The planning committee was told that the occupiers of a converted...

Help during lockdown when living with domestic abuse

As the government urges people to stay at home during the Covid-19 pandemic, Bedfordshire Police is raising awareness of those where home may not be...

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