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flag Cumbria launches a pilot program placing trauma-informed advisors in police control rooms to support domestic abuse survivors during peak hours.

flag A new pilot program in Cumbria provides immediate support to domestic abuse survivors by placing trained advisors in the police control room from 4 p.m. to midnight on Thursdays through Sundays. flag These independent specialists offer real-time trauma-informed help, risk assessments, safety planning, and referrals to those calling 999 or 101, aiming to reduce reporting delays—especially in rural areas—where isolation and underreporting are common. flag The 12-month initiative, led by the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner, Cumbria Constabulary, and Victim Support, could become a national model. flag Nearly one in five crimes reported in Cumbria involves domestic abuse. flag Emergency help is available by calling 999; non-emergency support is available at 0300 303 0157.

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