Question reference: S6W-22266
- Date lodged: 16 October 2023
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Current status: Answered by Paul McLennan on 16 October 2023
Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on the domestic abuse fund that will provide financial support to women to leave an abusive partner.
Answer
I am pleased to announce that a £500,000 pilot fund will be made available this month to support women to leave an abusive partner.
Supporting victim/survivors of domestic abuse is a priority for the Scottish Government and financial uncertainty should not be a barrier to women leaving a relationship with an abusive partner. We are piloting a fund to leave in the 5 local authority areas where there are highest number of presentations to local authorities for homelessness assistance by women due to domestic abuse. These are Glasgow, South Lanarkshire, Edinburgh, North Lanarkshire and Fife.
The Fund to Leave will help to reduce the financial burden of leaving an abusive partner by helping to pay for the essentials women and children need, including rent and clothing.