Warning Against Domestic Violence During Euro 2012
Posters are going up around Swindon and Wiltshire warning people with a tendancy towards domestic violence during the tournament there's no excuse.
The posters are being put up ahead of Euro 2012 which starts a week Friday.
Statistically, reports of domestic violence go up during football tournaments as tensions run high - usually made worse by alcohol.
You'll see the posters up in pubs, clubs and health centres with some also made in Polish for communities in Trowbridge and Swindon.
Swindon CSP manager Richard Palusinski said: "In the past we have seen a sharp increase nationally in domestic violence incidents during football tournaments.
Domestic violence is simply unacceptable and we really want to get that message across to anyone who still believes that it can ever be justified to assault their partner. Apart from being morally indefensible, people who perpetrate domestic violence run the risk of losing everything. The penalty for domestic violence can be arrest, a court appearance, a prison sentence and a criminal record. You risk losing your home and family.
"There is no excuse for domestic abuse and perpetrators must take responsibility for their actions. Organisations such as Respect can offer support and advice to anyone who wants to address their controlling and abusive behaviour. Their free phone number is: 0808 802 4040.”
Wiltshire CSP chair Maggie Rae said: "Domestic abuse is never acceptable in any form.
"The Wiltshire Community Safety Partnership continues to work to increase public awareness and confidence in reporting incidents of domestic abuse. Together agencies will deal proactively and firmly with perpetrators of domestic abuse, whilst continuing to support victims and their families. Anyone worried about the way they treat their partner should call the Respect helpline on 0845 122 8609.”
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