LIVES will be saved thanks to a new emergency aid fund for domestic abuse survivors, Mel B said last night. The Spice Girl and survivor thanked Women’s Aid and The Sun after ministers announc…
Women's Aid Patron, Mel B,"After campaigning with The Sun as Patron of Women's Aid, I am so happy that the emergency fund is being piloted.
"£300k is a great start and we hope ministers can extend this emergency survivor funding on a permanent basis in future.One woman, who cannot be named, living in a refuge, said: "It would have made a huge difference to me to have access to this - if it weren't for Women's Aid's help, I would have gone back to him.
“I am proud to be working closely with Women’s Aid to deliver these payments, which could change, and potentially save, the lives of hundreds of women." Minister for Safeguarding, Sarah Dines told The Sun: "This shows we are serious about tackling this - we are putting our money where our mouth is. "I’m committed to ensuring survivors get the support they need, and am pleased that we are working with Women’s Aid to offer these lifeline payments."Credit: Olivia WestWomen's Aid Patron Alice Liveing with Safeguarding minister Sarah Dines in a room set up for those fleeing abuseCredit: Olivia West
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