Cheshire's Police and Crime Commissioner supports domestic violence day
Today is the very first 'Supporting Male Victims of Domestic Abuse Day'
Last updated 2nd Nov 2022
Cheshire's Police and Crime Commissioner is urging more men to come forward and ask for help if they are a victim of domestic abuse. John Dwyer is an official supporter of the day, which has been created by the ManKind Initiative to signpost male victims and survivors of their nearest support services.
He's also revealed that Cheshire Constabulary’s arrest rate for domestic abuse related incidents has risen by 54% over the past six months. The Commissioner has also funded a number of projects to support both victims and perpetrators of domestic abuse.
Through funding secured by the Home Office, there will be practitioners across Cheshire with Safe and Together training, which is a scheme that focuses on developing the understanding of coercive control on children and promotes a ‘whole family’ approach in addressing domestic abuse.
Mr Dwyer says, "Opening up conversations and removing the taboo around men speaking out about domestic abuse is vital. Men are more likely to take their own lives and male victims are less likely to speak out about certain crimes, like domestic abuse.
“I would like encourage men who have experienced any crime, but especially domestic abuse to speak out, I want every victim to know that they will get the support that they need.”
Th ManKind Initiative provides support for male victims of domestic abuse. They have a confidential telephone number which can be reached on 01823 334244. The line is open Monday to Friday 10am-4pm.