In an Emergency
In an emergency
If you suspect that your partner is about to attack you;
- try to go to a lower risk area of the house
- avoid the kitchen, garage and areas where weapons may be found
- avoid rooms where you might be trapped, such as the bathroom, or where you might be shut into a cupboard or other small space
- get to a room with a window or access outside
- get to a room with a lock on the door
- get to a room with a telephone or carry a mobile with you, and
- call 999 and ask for the police
Need Emergency Housing?
Northern Ireland Housing Executive
Contact information
- 03448 920 900 (Mon – Fri 9am – 5pm)
- 03448 920908 (Mon – Fri after 5pm, weekends, and holiday periods)
- If you have hearing difficulties, you can communicate using the Next Generation Text service on 18001 03448 920908
NIHE website