We were able to send the last of our free welfare posters yesterday showing current rates of welfare benefits to a domestic abuse centre in West Pontmorlais Merthyr Tydfil Mid Glamorgan South Wales. These posters ae produced by Benefits & Work Publishing Ltd.
According to Living Without Abuse (LWA)
Domestic abuse:
In addition, approximately 400 people commit suicide each year who have attended hospital for domestic abuse injuries in the previous six months, 200 of these attend hospital on the day they go on to commit suicide
It has been estimated that domestic abuse costs the public £23 billion per annum. This includes the cost to the criminal justice system, to the health service, to social care and to housing. It is widely accepted however that this figure is an under-estimate as there are so many costs that can not be measured.
The Home Office estimates that each domestic abuse murder costs the country just over £1 million and totals £112 million per annum.
If you feel that you are the victim of domestic abuse you can contact Living Without Abuse here:
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