Domestic Abuse and Personal Safety
Domestic abuse can affect anyone, and long or unsociable hours, financial dependence and workplace stress can make it harder to seek help—particularly in hospitality.
Abuse isn’t always physical; it can include emotional, financial, coercive or controlling behaviour. Support is available, and you don’t have to be in immediate danger to ask for help.
This section signposts confidential, specialist services that can support safety, advice and next steps.
Here are some helpful links
National Domestic Abuse Helpline (Refuge)
24/7 confidential support for women, including safety planning and emergency accommodation. 0808 2000 247
Women’s Aid
Specialist support for women experiencing abuse, including live chat, survivor resources and local service directories.
Rights of Women
Free, confidential legal advice on employment rights, housing, immigration and family law related to abuse.
Suzy Lamplugh Trust
Personal safety advice for women, including staying safe when travelling alone or working late.
Hollie Guard App
A free personal safety app to help women feel safer when travelling home after shifts.
If you are in immediate danger
Call 999. If you can’t speak, press 55 when prompted.
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