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Stand your ground

Supporting survivors of domestic abuse and stalking.

Understand what's happening. Know your rights. Find practical support.

Go at your own pace. You can stop at any point, and you never need to sign up or tell us anything about yourself.

"Help me choose" offers a few gentle options to tap. Nothing you choose is saved or sent anywhere.

If you're in danger right now

Call 999. Can't speak? Press 55 on a mobile when the call connects. Free, 24/7 helpline: 0808 2000 247.

Find what you need

Open whichever feels right. There's no wrong place to start.

Three steps, at your pace

Many people spend a long time on the first step, and that's okay. You can read them in any order.

  1. Step 1

    Recognise

    Understand the behaviours and patterns of abuse and stalking.

    See all 4 in recognise
  2. Step 2

    Understand

    Learn about your rights, available protections and support.

    See all 6 in understand
  3. Step 3

    Take action

    Practical guidance, downloadable resources and information about safer next steps.

    See all 10 in take action

When you want the detail

Reference library

The full law and legal tests, for survivors who want to read it, and for friends, family or professionals supporting them.

Whatever you decide, and whenever you decide it, is your choice.

Information only. This is not legal advice. Court procedures and the law change, so it can help to check with a solicitor, Citizens Advice or a domestic abuse advocate before acting.Content last reviewed: November 2026.