In an emergency

If someone is in immediate danger, please call 999. If unable to speak, press 55 when prompted to alert the emergency services.

For specialist domestic abuse support, Solace Women’s Aid can be reached Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, on 020 3795 5064.

The National Domestic Abuse Helpline offers free, confidential support every day, 24/7 and translation services are available on 0808 2000 247.

For professionals in Tower Hamlets, there’s also the Domestic Abuse Duty Line on 020 7364 4986, available Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

For anyone needing emotional support at any time, the Samaritans are available 24/7 on 116 123.

Galop - National LGBT Domestic Abuse helpline

Abuse from family, partners, and ex-partners does happen in LGBT communities. Galop is a safe space for service users to talk and think about what they want away from pressure at home. Galop can help service users to explore their options, plan to make themselves safer, look for safe housing and speak with the police.

Contact

National Helpline for LGBT+ Victims and Survivors of Abuse and Violence 0800 999 5428.

Email: help@galop.org.uk

For more information, visit the Galop website. 

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