Organisers of the events, which happened at 20 locations, voice concerns about violence against women.
Hundreds of people have attended women's marches across the North West protesting an "unacceptable" rise in violence against women.
Organisers of the events in Manchester and Liverpool voiced concerns about increasing reports of violence against women, described as an " The events, which happened at 20 locations across the UK, were organised by the recently-established UK Women's March group who said they wanted to "make our voices heard".
Sophie Cain, who helped organise the Manchester march, said: "The passion for has always been there, but we've seen the changes that are happening across the world and we are starting to feel it here in the UK."- a newly rebranded protest movement, previously known as the Women's March - which has taken place every year since 2017 as Donald Trump began his tenure as President.
In 2024, the National Police Chiefs' Council said more than a million VAWG-related crimes were recorded during 2022/23 – making up about 20% of all police recorded crime.At the Manchester march, Ms Cain said: "It's unacceptable - it's not the society we should have.Hundreds join women's march through city centreBrentford manager Thomas Frank believes Liverpool are the best team in the world right now after his side suffered a 2-0 loss at home to the Premier League leaders.
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Transgender women wins legal case for women's prison transferMichelle James was transferred to Hydebank Wood after winning a case at the High Court.
Read more »
Riot Women: Five Women, One Band, A World of Untold TruthsBBC and BritBox's new drama 'Riot Women' follows five women who form a punk-rock band to enter a local talent contest, discovering a shared passion for music and a platform to express their truths.
Read more »
Celtic and Rangers Women in Talks to Join England's Women's Super LeagueScottish giants Celtic and Rangers are reportedly discussing a potential move to the Women's Super League in England, seeking to enhance their competitiveness and expand the reach of women's football.
Read more »
Chance of 'wintry showers' across north west as Met Office issues weather updateA deep area of low pressure swept across the north of the UK bringing heavy rain and strong winds
Read more »
North West England Communities Receive £4.6 Million Grant BoostThe final tranche of funding from the £150 million Community Ownership Fund has been awarded to eight projects in the north west of England, including a new baby hospice in Liverpool.
Read more »
The stunning North West walks named among best in the UK for Boxing dayRoutes in Lancashire and the Lake District were included in the list
Read more »