Number of women seeking self-defence classes soars

Number of women seeking self-defence classes soars after deaths of Sarah Everard and Sabina Nessa

Defensive training firms say inquiries from women for classes have risen by 50%. Comes amid fears that streets are unsafe following the deaths of Sabina Nessa and Sarah Everard. ONS data shows 29% of females aged 16 to 34 believe they've been followed.

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