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‘Glassy-eyed and battered – I was that woman’: Mel B on how Happy Valley’s domestic abuse storyline resonates with her own trauma

Former Spice Girl Mel B felt her blood run cold as she watched the latest series of Sally Wainwright’s BBC drama. As someone who experienced domestic abuse in her own marriage, she writes about why it’s vital for mainstream shows to explore the subject

The Independent UK

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

Glasgow women and children made homeless by domestic abuse at Christmas

In Scotland domestic abuse is still the main cause of women’s homelessness, and Shelter Scotland estimated over 8500 children would wake up homeless on Christmas morning this year.

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Women's Aid sees rise in cost of living calls during Christmas period

Their 24hr National Freephone Helpline will be open throughout the Christmas season

Dublin Live

TSB launches new ‘Emergency Flee Fund’ for people experiencing domestic abuse

TSB branches in Alloa, Dundee and Galashiels are part of a pilot scheme offering dedicated support.

Daily Record

TSB launches emergency flee fund for people experiencing domestic abuse

People will be able to get support payments of £50 to £500, depending on their need.

The Independent UK

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

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Camilla joins Love Island star and two other Queens to highlight violence against women

Queen Consort Camilla has been joined at Buckingham Palace by Sophie Wessex, Spice Girl Mel B, Love Island star Zara McDermott and a host of other royals including Crown Princess Mary of Denmark to raise awareness of violence against women and girls

Daily Mirror

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

What is gaslighting? Busted’s Matt Willis expresses shame for making wife Emma ‘think she was crazy’

The 39-year-old says he would make his wife ‘think she was crazy’ during the height of his addiction struggles

Evening Standard

Camilla to host major Buckingham Palace reception to target domestic violence

The event is part of the United Nations’ 16 days of activism against gender-based violence.

The Independent UK

People praise ‘powerful’ Women’s Aid campaign highlighting domestic abuse around World Cup

Risk of domestic abuse increases whether England wins, draws or loses

The Independent UK

7 in 10 Irish people believe pornography is harming society

A majority of people also believe the Government and tech companies should do more to protect young people and children from exposure to pornography

Dublin Live

Criminal justice system going ‘backwards’ on domestic abuse, says Labour leader

Sir Keir Starmer spoke after speaking to victim’s of domestic violence at a refuge in Birmingham.

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Irish Mirror

Majority of Irish people believe porn is harming society

A Women's Aid survey also found that almost two thirds of people (63%) believe that pornography leads to increased sexual violence in society

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

Belfast Live

Antrim and Newtownabbey UUP man's court letter for wife-beater criticised by Women's Aid

The Ulster Unionist representative said the defendant's actions were "abhorrent" but his family asked for the letter

Daily Mirror

I'm A Celeb blasted by Women's Aid for giving 'alleged abuser' Seann Walsh a platform

I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! star Seann Walsh opened up about the fallout following the kiss scandal with Strictly co-star Katya Jones

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The Independent UK

Women’s Aid calls out ITV for ‘platforming’ Seann Walsh in I’m a Celeb

‘We ask ITV to consider in their edit not platforming alleged abusers minimising their actions on screen’

Daily Mirror

Adam Collard's love rat lows - 'cheating, gaslighting' and Women's Aid warning

Love Island star Adam Collard has left a trail of broken hearts behind him since finding fame on series four of the show

Daily Mirror

Adam Collard teases third Love Island stint weeks after split from Paige Thorne

Adam Collard, who first appeared on the show in 2018, has told how he thought producers wouldn’t have him back for a third stint for “being too soppy”

The Independent UK

Domestic abuse victims ‘at increased risk as they can’t afford to flee partners in cost crisis’

‘Facing a cost of living crisis without adequate government support is nothing less than state-sanctioned economic abuse, aiding and abetting abusers to rob victims of their freedom,’ campaigner says

Evening Standard

‘One of the best moments!’ Mel B’s daughter Phoenix thrilled Spice Girl left Stephen Belafonte marriage

The 22-year-old claimed the 10-year union did not create a ‘normal’ household

The Guardian - UK

Ex-Spice Girl Mel B tells Tory conference of need for domestic abuse reforms

Singer tells event societal reform is required if the lives of women are to be freed from threat of abuse

The Independent UK

Mel B demands action on domestic abuse during appearance at Tory conference

The pop star is a patron of the Women’s Aid charity.

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