Domestic violence and abuse during Euros 2024

Domestic violence, also known as domestic abuse, includes physical, emotional, and sexual harm in couple relationships or between family members. 

During major football tournaments like Euros 2024, there can be more incidents of domestic abuse. Research shows that domestic abuse can go up by 38% after big games, no matter if the team wins or loses. While football doesn’t cause domestic abuse, it can make existing abuse happen more often and become more severe.

If you or someone you know is affected by domestic abuse, it’s important to seek help. Local organisations that can offer support include:

  • Sunflower Centre: Offers advice and help to create plans to keep you and your family safe, and crisis intervention - 01604 888 211 - website
  • Northamptonshire Domestic Abuse Service: Supports victims of domestic abuse - 0300 012 0154 - website
  • Eve: Supports victims of domestic abuse - 07827 239 496 - website
  • Northamptonshire Rape Crisis: Offers advice and support for victims of rape or sexual abuse - 0300 222 5930 - website
  • Serenity Northamptonshire: Provides support for victims of rape or sexual assault - 01604 601713 - website
  • Voice: Offers emotional and practical support as well as information to male and female victims and witnesses of crime who may be required to go to court. Phone 0300 303 1965 - website

National organisations that can offer support include:

  • Women's Aid website - Live chat
  • National Domestic Abuse Helpline – 0808 2000 247 (run by Refuge) - website
  • The Men’s Advice Line, for male domestic abuse survivors – 0808 801 0327 (run by Respect) - website
  • The Mix, free information and support for under 25s in the UK – 0808 808 4994 - website
  • National LGBT+ Domestic Abuse Helpline – 0800 999 5428 (run by Galop) - website
  • Samaritans (24/7 service) – 116 123 - website
  • Rights of Women advice lines, there are a range of services available - website

If you or someone you know is in danger and needs immediate help, always call the police on 999.

Published: Jun 28, 2024