Morrison government pledges $328 million to combat domestic violence

[Mighty AU]

The Morrison Government has pledged an extra $328 million to combat domestic violence, with much of that funding going towards safe houses and frontline services.

The three-year funding commitment represents the fourth and final stage of the National Action Plan that was developed, in consultation with the states, in 2010.

Announcing the "record Commonwealth investment", Prime Minister Scott Morrison will also unveil a new prevention strategy to target the negative attitudes that lead to violence.

"A culture of disrespect towards women is a precursor to violence, and anyone who doesn't see that is kidding themselves," Mr Morrison said.

"This is about changing attitudes to violence, and helping those who think violence is an option, to stop."

Of the new funding, $82 million will go towards for frontline services, including training for health workers to better identify domestic violence victims and $62 million will be spent on the 1800RESPECT counselling hotline to meet increased demand.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2019-03-05/prime-minister-scott-morrison-to-pledge-328-million-to-combat-dv/10869862