: Mule: massive increase in domestic abuse calls

Greater Manchester Police recorded 353 incidents of domestic abuse in the city following England’s World Cup defeat against Germany, making it the second highest recording of domestic abuse this year, after New Year’s Day.

Manchester City Council’s Lead Member on Women, Councillor Suzanne Richards, said: “The statistics show that major sporting events and the consumption of alcohol lead to a rise in incidents of domestic abuse. We have recognised this and worked jointly with the police and other authorities, the health service and voluntary groups across Greater Manchester.”

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