Council staff trained to spot abuse signs

A COUNCIL is training all of its staff how to spot the signs of violence against women and girls so its buildings can become 'places of safety'.

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Newark and Sherwood District Council has been reviewing its practices in a bid to make the district a safer place for women and girls, particularly those experiencing domestic abuse.

Councillor Paul Taylor (Lab), portfolio holder for public protection and community relations, said: "One in four women will be subject to violence nationally, and clearly we have to do something.