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Women in high-stress jobs more depressed due to rising State Pension age – New research by Institute of Gerontology King’s College London

The harmful mental health consequences of these State Pension Age reforms may have been overlooked, new research finds A new study published in the journal Health Economics by a team of researchers from the Institute of Gerontology at King’s College London examined the health implications of increases to the State Pension age (SPA) in Britain […]

Emergency refuge for women fleeing domestic violence opens in Westminster

A first emergency refuge for female victims of domestic abuse fleeing their home during the coronavirus pandemic has been opened in Westminster. The project, run by crisis charity Hestia, one of the largest providers of domestic abuse refuges in London, is the first of its kind to open since Britain was placed into lockdown. The 12-bed accommodation is funded by the Mayor’s Office for […]

3 in 10 girls struggle to afford or access sanitary wear during lockdown – Plan International UK

New research from Plan International UK reveals true extent of period poverty in lockdown, as 3 in 10 girls struggle to afford or access sanitary wear Almost a third (30%) of girls aged 14-21 have had issues either affording or accessing sanitary wear in lockdown, a survey released today by global children’s charity Plan International […]

Failure to extend extra UK funding to Northern Ireland domestic violence and sex abuse groups `deeply shocking’

Lockdown `has led to a surge in the numbers of reported incidents of domestic and sexual abuse’ Domestic violence and sexual abuse support groups NI) will received none of the additional £76 million package announced by Westminster earlier this week. The Department of Finance has confirmed that the Treasury will not allow it to draw […]

21 May 2020 ~ Domestic abuse charities can apply for vital funds – Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government – England – closing date

Charities can bid for a share of £10 million funding to support victims of domestic abuse. Charities can bid for a share of £10 million funding to support victims of domestic abuse The money will be used to support additional refuge bed spaces and specialist support A further £6 million will also be given to […]

Northern Ireland Office has NOT withdrawn abortion regulations – Alliance for choice

We want to reassure our followers and activists… Some of you may have seen an article in the Irish News which claims ‘NIO withdraws abortion regulations ahead of Westminster vote’. Please be assured that the regulations have NOT been withdrawn. The vote, which was due to take place on the NI Abortion Regulations on Tuesday […]