Grants for groups tackling violence against women

Grants of up to £5,000 are now available to support projects that address violence against women and girls.

Lancashire's Police and Crime Commissioner Clive Grunshaw launched the initiative which focuses on prevention, survivor support and creating safer communities.

Eligible projects could include educational campaigns, early intervention efforts, support for survivors or programmes that work with perpetrators to change harmful behaviours.

Charities, community groups and parish and town councils have been encouraged to apply before the deadline on 21 July.

The latest funding round follows a similar grant initiative launched in May, focused on tackling anti-social behaviour through diversionary activity and community projects.

Further rounds are set to follow, including support to reduce reoffending.

All projects are being funded by proceeds from crime, where cash seized from offenders is used to boost safety in Lancashire.

Mr Grunshaw said: "Preventing violence against women and girls is a Police and Crime Plan priority and I'm pleased to continue working with local organisations to help deliver achieve this.

"This fund is part of the broader strategy to reduce victimisation and increase positive outcomes.

"With a focus on key policing priorities throughout the year - starting with this initiative and building on work tackling anti-social behaviour - I'm trying to ensure that public funds deliver real impact where it's needed most."

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