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Speak to an advice organisation

These organisations give free, independent advice for problems about domestic abuse.

  • 24 hour National Domestic Violence Helpline

    Free, 24-hour emergency helpline for anyone experiencing domestic abuse.

    Speak in confidence to highly trained, female advisers about your situation. They can refer you to emergency safe accommodation and provide information on your legal, housing or welfare rights.

    Website is not translated in Welsh.

    Helpline:
    0808 2000 247
    Opening hours:
    24 hours a day, 365 days a year
    Email:

  • Men's Advice Line

    Free helpline, support, information and practical advice for male victims of domestic violence.

    Website is not translated in Welsh.

    Helpline:
    0808 801 0327
    Opening hours:
    MondayÐFriday 10am-5pm
    Email:

  • Respect

    Confidential helpline for domestic violence perpetrators (male, female, in heterosexual or same-sex relationships) and information and advice to help stop violence and change abusive behaviours.

    Website is not translated in Welsh.

    Helpline:
    0808 802 4040
    Opening hours:
    MondayÐFriday 9am-8pm
    Email:

  • FLOWS (Finding Legal Options for Women Survivors)

    Independent legal support to help protect women against domestic abuse, anywhere in England and Wales.

    Self referral is available https://self-referral.flows.org.uk/

    Website is not translated in Welsh.

    Helpline:
    0203 745 7707
    Opening hours:
    9am-5pm (Mon-Friday) ;
    Email: