EXTRA money will be pumped into Solihull to help support those who are victims of domestic abuse.
While this is a problem across the borough, previous studies have suggested that there is a disproportionately high number of cases in the north.
In 2014/15, figures collated by Solihull Council showed that more than a third of incidents took place in either Chelmsley Wood or Smith’s Wood.
Support available to sufferers was affected by the closure of the Make a Better Life (MABL) Trust a few years ago.
The charity had been in operation for over a decade and ran a helpline for victims.
Now there is hope of increased help after more than £600,000 was made available for the West Midlands.
Councillor Tony Dicicco, cabinet member for stronger communities and partnerships, said: “Domestic violence is a devastating crime that wrecks lives. Sadly, 10 per cent of recorded crime in the West Midlands is domestic abuse, and these are only the cases we know about.
“We also want to develop timely and dedicated services for target groups. I look forward to seeing the impact this funding will have.”
* Birmingham & Solihull Women’s Aid run outreach sessions in Chelmsley Wood every Tuesday and Friday. Call 07891 492 327 for further details.
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