Women take up self-defence classes as violence rises

According to figures instances of domestic abuse and rape have increased by more than 40%.

Women in Glasgow are grappling with a “deepening safety crisis” and what’s been called a “shocking” rise in gender-based violence.

According to figures from the Safe Glasgow Partnership, instances of domestic abuse and rape have increased by more than 40% and sexual assault in the city has risen by 28% in just one year.

Meanwhile, charity bosses have told STV News they’re stretched to breaking point and unable to keep up with the overwhelming demand for support services.

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