Motion · S5M-15679 · 31 Jan 2019

Scotland’s Domestic Abuse and Forced Marriage Helpline

Lodged by Ruth Maguire Standard Motion 20 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates Scottish Women’s Aid on being awarded the contract from the Scottish Government for the continued management of Scotland’s Domestic Abuse and Forced Marriage Helpline; considers that the helpline is a crucial lifeline providing specialist support and somewhere safe to speak for anyone with experience of domestic abuse and forced marriage, as well as their family members, friends, colleagues and professionals who support them; notes that the telephone number is 0800 027 1234 and is open 24/7; encourages everyone to share the helpline’s information to ensure that those affected by domestic abuse or forced marriage are aware that they are not alone, and thanks Scottish Women’s Aid for its continued efforts working towards the eradication of domestic abuse.

Supporters (20)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.