Getting help when experiencing domestic violence
You should tell your solicitor if your partner or ex-partner has threatened you, hurt you physically or sexually, controlled or isolated you or has behaved in an emotionally abusive way towards you.
Caught in the middle - children’s situations
Statistics say that as many as 90% of children are in the same room or in the next room when domestic abuse occurs. In domestic abuse and addiction situations you may try to shield your children from what is happening by playing it down or not talking about it, but the truth is it is likely that children will be aware and it will affect them.
Even when things improve for a time, real change only truly occurs when the offending parent has acknowledged the problem and actively seeks and engages with professional help.
The links below may also prove helpful:
Remember, if you think you might be in danger, call the police immediately on 999.
Refuge - for women and children against domestic violence