Domestic Abuse
Parents may be abused by their own children. Abuse can include physical abuse, emotional and psychological manipulation and threats. Domestic abuse is never ok. Help is available. #YouAreNotAlone. Further information
Stop Loan Sharks
During the Covid-19 pandemic Stop Loan Sharks are still available for advice and information
Residents urged to watch out for Coronavirus ‘test and trace’ scam
Devon, Somerset and Torbay Trading Standards Service is warning residents to be aware of scammers looking to exploit the new NHS Test and Trace service. Follow the link: https://www.devonnewscentre.info/residents-urged-to-watch-out-for-coronavirus-test-and-trace-scam/
County Lines and Coronavirus. What to look out for and how to get help
County Lines (also known as dangerous drug networks) refers to the transportation and supply of drugs from larger towns and cities to market towns, rural and suburban locations. County Lines
Stop Loan Sharks reach major milestone and increase online presence
The England Illegal Money Lending Team (IMLT) have reached a major milestone of helping 30,000 people escape the clutches of loan sharks and have increased their online presence, providing extra
Identifying and Reporting Modern Slavery during COVID-19
The Home Office has developed a flyer to help support individuals in identifying and reporting potential victims of modern slavery during COVID-19. Please view this flyer to learn
Beware of loan sharks during the COVID-19 pandemic!
A warning has been issued for people to beware of and avoid loan sharks during the COVID-19 pandemic. Please visit https://www.stoploansharks.co.uk/warning-issued-over-loan-sharks-during-covid-19-pandemic/ for more information on how to spot a loan
New domestic abuse campaign launched as cases are expected to increase
Partner agencies across Devon and Cornwall have launched a campaign to raise awareness around domestic abuse and have warned that it may increase in the coming weeks due to
Postponement of Face-To-Face Training
As you may be aware, the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak has led to us experiencing extraordinary times across the UK and the world. In light of the exceptional circumstances and rapidly