Women's Aid

Women's Aid is among more than 100 charitable projects awarded lottery grants worth thousands.

Women's Aid says it can be more difficult for women living in rural communities to report abuse.

The extra cash will help groups buy housing for displaced families and support new projects.

Research for BBC Radio 5 Live suggests a third of women have experienced unwanted violence during consensual sex.

Some are using them to accuse their ex-partners of violence, rape and child abuse - despite the dangers.

The government says it will bring better support for victims, but charities warn more funding is key.

Police watchdog says it is 'not true' that a silent 999 call will automatically bring police help.

A hair salon is the latest business to sign up to Women's Aid's Safe Place scheme.