PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
Domestic Abuse: Coronavirus (9 June 2020)
Question Asked
Asked by:
Christian Wakeford (Labour)
Answer
We have announced an unprecedented £76 million extra funding to support survivors of?domestic abuse, sexual violence, modern slavery and vulnerable children and their families. This includes £28 million for victims of domestic abuse.
This funding will help front line charities to provide support to those in need, including through virtual or telephone-based services.
This funding is part of comprehensive measures to support vulnerable people through the pandemic and we are working closely with local bodies, charities and other partners to ensure they get the support they need.
Answered by:
Alex Chalk (Conservative)
9 June 2020
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