Domestic abuse victims to be given up to £2,500 to help them flee partners
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‘Kids, lack of money and confidence, and fear of reprisal keep so many victims locked into dangerous and harmful situations for far too long,’ says Minister for Victims and Safeguarding.
By Maya Oppenheim, Women’s Correspondent
Domestic abuse victims will be given up to £2,500 to help them escape their situation under a new government scheme.
The Home Office has announced a £2 million pot for people who lack the money to escape an abusive partner.
Victims can claim a payment of up to £500 for staples such as food and nappies, or can apply for up to £2,500 to go towards housing costs. The payments will be available from 31 January 2024.
The fund builds on a pilot scheme funded by the Home Office and delivered in conjunction with Women’s Aid last year, which helped more than 600 people get to safety.
The Minister for Victims and Safeguarding, Laura Farris, said: ‘Women leave abusive partners at what is often the lowest point in their lives. The most common issues – kids, lack of money...
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