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Criminal charges for revenge porn still ‘woefully low’ as cases soar

‘We hear from survivors that there is a pervasive culture of victim-blaming around intimate image abuse in the police, with women being blamed for sharing an intimate image,’ charity boss says

The Independent UK

Police investigating rape claims in England believe victim-blaming myths, study finds

Research reveals attitudes that could be contributing to the 1.6% charge rate in rape cases

The Guardian - UK

Domestic abuse charity dumps rotten apples outside Scotland Yard in protest

Ruth Davison, the Refuge charity’s chief executive, said the Metropolitan Police’s issues went deeper than just ‘one bad apple’.

The Independent UK

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More than 1,000 ‘rotting apples’ dumped outside Scotland Yard in Met Police ‘misogyny’ protest

Protest comes after conviction of Met Police officer David Carrick for a litany of sex offences against women

Evening Standard

One thousand 'bad apples' placed outside London police HQ in demonstration

London police were confronted by the sight of 1,071 plastic rotten apples outside their headquarters on Friday, in a display seeking to mark the high number of staff facing investigation for sex offences or domestic abuse.

Reuters

Domestic abuse warning as referrals rise after festive period

Exclusive: Data shows 10 per cent rise in referrals in January 2022 when compared with December 2021

The Independent UK

Britain’s Got Talent reunion during annual ICAP brokers’ charity day

The Prince of Wales and Oscar-winning actress Olivia Colman were among the famous faces congratulating ICAP on its charity day

Evening Standard

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Britain’s Got Talent reunion during annual brokers’ charity day

The Prince of Wales and Oscar-winning actress Olivia Colman were among the famous faces congratulating ICAP on it’s charity day.

The Independent UK

The extraordinary Treehouse themed hotel taking shape in Manchester city centre - and when it will open

It is one of the biggest and most eye-catching developments in the city centre at its prime spot on Deansgate

Manchester Evening News

Calls for domestic abuse register to stop ‘chilling’ numbers of women killed by partners

Exclusive: ‘We need to see that very often there is a long history of domestic abuse. It is not just something that is against one partner,’ shadow justice minister says

The Independent UK

Charity in royal race row battling funding risks as it saves Black women's lives

As charity founder Ngozi Fulani finds herself at the centre of a royal race row, we highlight the life-saving services Sistah Space provides - as a charity dedicated to supporting Black survivors of domestic abuse

Daily Mirror

One in four women will experience domestic abuse, with World Cup a trigger point

Charioties have been given more than £1.2million to help tackle domestic violence

Wales Online

Camilla hosting major Buckingham Palace reception to target domestic abuse

Former Spice Girl, Melanie Brown, and reality TV star, Zara McDermott, will also be in attendance

The Independent UK

Over half of victims ‘ignored’ by social media firms when reporting domestic abuse

‘Social media sites are a lifeline for so many survivors, but I feel like I can’t trust them anymore,’ victim says

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Manchester Evening News

"He's abusive but I can't afford to leave": The hidden victims of the cost of living crisis

SPECIAL REPORT: As the cost of living crisis pushes more families to the edge, many women are at a risk of returning to abusive relationships - or not being able to flee at all

The Texas Tribune

Texas should place more foster kids with families rather than in residential treatment, report finds

Residential treatment centers are meant to be a last resort for children in the state’s care, reserved for those with histories of severe trauma caused by neglect or abuse.

The Texas Tribune

Bastrop County grand jury declines to indict caretaker at center of The Refuge abuse scandal

The grand jury said it did not find sufficient evidence to indict Iesha Greene, who was reported to have sold and solicited nude photos of children at the Bastrop shelter.

The Independent UK

Calls for mandatory education on coercive control for older teenagers

Refuge said it is worried too many young people are not being taught how to spot the signs of domestic abuse and controlling or coercive behaviour.

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The Guardian - UK

‘I didn’t want it anywhere near me’: how the Apple AirTag became a gift to stalkers

A gadget the size of a 10p coin, the AirTag was intended to help people find their keys. Instead it has facilitated a boom in terrifying behaviour from abusers

Manchester Evening News

Things to do in Manchester this August bank holiday weekend

From food festivals and bottomless brunches, to massive gigs and DJ takeovers, there's something for everyone to enjoy this August bank holiday weekend

Manchester Evening News

Free things to do and see at Manchester Pride 2022

Gok Wan, DJ Paulette and Cheddar Gorgeous are amongst some of the legends to be involved in free events taking place during Manchester Pride

Daily Mirror

Love Island boys are 'toxic' and demeaning towards women on show, says Ulrika Jonsson

The TV legend has spoken out about the behaviour that has been presented on the hit ITV2 reality romance show – and she is not impressed by how the female stars are being treated

Daily Mirror

Love Island slammed for showcasing 'toxic masculinity' by women's rights charity

Women's charity Refuge says Love Island has a 'pressure cooker' environment and Ofcom received thousands of complaints alleging that some scenes displayed misogyny and controlling behaviour

Liverpool Echo

Domestic abuse charity Refuge accuse Love Island of 'misogyny'

But ITV have welfare of the islanders is their "greatest concern"

Wales Online

Love Island row as domestic abuse charity calls men's behaviour 'concerning'

"The double standards, gaslighting and coercive control being displayed by the men in the villa is hugely problematic"

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