The number of domestic abuse attacks taking place in Renfrewshire each year is ‘hugely concerning’, a councillor has said.
A total of 2,132 incidents of domestic violence were recorded last year – the lowest figure since the 1,658 recorded in 2009-10.
However, Councillor Jane Strang has said the high number of incidents which have taken place throughout the last decade ‘should never be understated’.
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There have been more than 2,000 attacks in Renfrewshire each year for the last eight years.
Cllr Jane Strang
Councillor Strang said: “It is hugely concerning almost six domestic abuse incidents are occurring every single day in our communities.”
Police chiefs have previously said they will ‘relentlessly pursue’ domestic abusers.
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Assistant Chief Constable Gillian MacDonald, crime and operations lead for Police Scotland, said: “We are committed to working with partners and communities to eradicate it.
“We will relentlessly pursue those who abuse, whilst supporting victims, to help prevent domestic abuse from damaging their lives.”
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