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88% of Britons Fear Violence Against Women, Urgent Action Needed

3/25/2026

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The Health Equality Foundation finds 88% of Britons are concerned about violence against women and girls (VAWG), ranking it just behind the NHS and cost of living.
The report cites decades of neglect that eroded trust in protective systems.
The government aims to halve VAWG within a decade, while experts urge immediate policy action.
Nearly half of women report avoiding places due to safety concerns.

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The Health Equality Foundation finds 88% of Britons are concerned about violence against women and girls (VAWG), ranking it just behind the NHS and cost of living.
The report cites decades of neglect that eroded trust in protective systems.
The government aims to halve VAWG within a decade, while experts urge immediate policy action.
Nearly half of women report avoiding places due to safety concerns.