Scottish statistics on the extent of male violence against women 2008

The Women’s Support Project works against violence against women and children.We aim to raise awareness of the extent and effects of violence against women and children and to support those affected by violence. Issues addressed include prostitution and other forms of commercial sexual exploitation, incest, child sexual abuse, rape and sexual assault and domestic abuse.Areas of work include support, advocacy and information, provision of resources, training, public education and multi agency working.

This leaflet is intended to give an overview of existing data on violence against women and children.

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Contents:

Domestic Abuse
Domestic Abuse Recorded by the Police in Scotland, 2007–2008

Wife Rape,Marriage and the Law
A 1991 survey looked at a representative sample of 1,007 married women in the UK.Whilst this survey was carried out some time ago, it has interesting statistics and information relevant to Scotland.

Rape
Scottish Police and Court Statistics for 2006–2007.

Child Sexual Abuse
In 1991 the Child andWoman Abuse Studies Unit (CWASU) at London Metropolitan University produced a report on their exploratory study of the prevalence of sexual abuse.CWASU surveyed 1244 young people between the ages of 16 and 21 throughout Britain.

Prostitution
In Scotland prostitution itself is not illegal,but there is legislation covering the various activities surrounding prostitution such as soliciting and living off immoral earnings.

Conclusion

Information & Support

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