Staying safe
Domestic abuse
Domestic abuse is when a family member or someone you're in a relationship, with treats you in a way that harms you physically, emotionally or sexually.
How to report child abuse or neglect
If you're worried about a child or young person or think they're being abused, even if you're unsure, call 01752 668000 or email gateway@plymouth.gov.uk.
How to report adult abuse or neglect
If you're worried an adult is being abused or neglected, even if you're unsure, please report it.
Safe Places Plymouth
The Safe Places is a scheme that helps people with learning disabilities; it provides them with a 'safe place' to go.
Anti-social behaviour
Anti-social behaviour is any behaviour that causes harassment, alarm or distress to a member of the public.
Discrimination and hate crime
A hate crime can be committed against someone because of their disability, gender identity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.
Devon and Cornwall Police
Call 999 if you or someone else is in immediate danger, or if the crime is happening right now. For a non-emergencies call 101.
Missing persons - The Herbert Protocol
The Herbert Protocol encourages carers to collate information on those who are vulnerable onto a form that can be given to the police if they go missing.
Sexual violence
If you're the victim of rape or sexual assault, the police and other organisations are there to help.