Domestic abuse warning in face of World Cup kick off

As reports spike in times of pressure Northumbria Police reminds North East abuse victims where to seek out support

Ella Winskell
5th December 2022
Image Credit: Instagram (@womens_aid)

TW: Domestic Abuse

Northumbria police have released a strong statement ahead of both the World Cup and the Christmas season against domestic abuse. This was done in support of victims across the Northeast after reports show that in times of increased pressure domestic abuse sees a spike in reported numbers, with Women's Aid recording an increase of abuse by 38% if England lose.

Women's Aid recorded an increase of abuse by 38% if England lose.

The announcement makes perpetrators and victims both aware of the many forms that abuse can take: emotional, physical, sexual and financial. As well as understanding that it can be both inflicted by words or actions, to help community recognition of abuse in addition to encouraging victims to come forward. The police also reached out to those that feel they could be at risk of displaying abusive behaviour in their own character to access before their actions escalate directing them towards ‘Respect’ the national helpline. This comes after discussions with victims reported wanting more conversation with perpetrators. 

However despite this outreach, the Force took a strong stance against abusive behaviour Detective Chief Inspector Les Goodliff saying: 

“We are here to make it clear that there can never be any excuse to abuse someone.” 

“It’s not football, alcohol, or stresses in home life which are responsible for this behaviour – the only person responsible for their actions is the one carrying out the abuse.”

Adding to this was Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner, Kim McGuinness saying “It’s important that we communicate loud and clear that there’s no excuse for domestic abuse and no-one should have to experience it.

"there’s no excuse for domestic abuse and no-one should have to experience it"

“A partner who is violent, abusive, or controlling has nothing and no one to blame but themselves. These behaviours are never OK, these behaviours need to change.

If you know your behaviour becomes violent when you have a drink, then your choice to continue drinking means you are choosing to use violence – it’s that simple.

You can’t say you ‘just lost control’, the very fact you’re choosing not to be abusive to friends or colleagues makes it clear you’re focused on abusing your partner.

Pointing at someone else, playing the blame game, creating a narrative to explain your actions – these are all excuses and these excuses are allowing you to be stuck perpetrating these behaviours.

"It’s your responsibility to choose not to abuse someone"

It’s your responsibility to choose not to abuse someone, so if you recognise you are or are heading that way, take control of yourself and get help.”

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