Safeguarding topics

Domestic Abuse

Domestic abuse is rarely a one-off incident, but a pattern of power and control over you. It is any threatening behaviour, violence or abuse between adults who are or have been in a relationship, or between family members.

Domestic abuse can include, but is not limited to:

  • coercive control (a pattern of intimidation, degradation, isolation and control with the use or threat of physical or sexual violence)
  • psychological and/or emotional abuse
  • physical or sexual abuse
  • financial abuse
  • harassment and stalking
  • online or digital abuse

If you are in immediate danger, always call; 999.

Help and support

Wigan Borough Domestic Abuse Helpline provide support, advice and counselling for those affected by domestic abuse and anyone concerned about the wellbeing of others.

  • Call 01942 311365 Monday to Friday 8am-6pm

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