Suzy Lamplugh Trust

It’s reassuring to see that new legislation to better protect retail workers are included in the Crime and Policing Bill. The statistics are shocking - 737,000 incidents of violence and abuse were reported in 2023-24 (British Retail Consortium), a staggering 55% increase since 2021-22.   According to the Government, the new measures may include banning offenders from affected shops and ensuring that retail assaults are recorded separately from other crimes, helping police grasp the full scale of the issue.   Strengthening legal protections is a crucial step towards addressing this growing crisis. No one should have endure violence and harassment in their workplace. https://lnkd.in/d3u3G-f7

The Suzy Lamplugh Trust is looking for a Trust Senior Fundraising Officer to join their team! This role involves managing and executing all fundraising activities for the Trust, securing both general and restricted funds from various sources such as small and medium charitable trusts and foundations, government departments, corporate partners, organisations with CSR programs, and potentially individuals. The Senior Fundraising Officer will also support the implementation of the integrated fundraising strategy, ensuring sustained growth over the next three years and beyond. ❗ This is a part time role. To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to recruitment@suzylamplugh.org. https://lnkd.in/ddSZa3Hb

Excited to be attending The Health & Safety Event alongside Peoplesafe! Come by and say hi 👋

Last week, we hosted a training session for ECP Safeguarding, featuring two important talks:   🔹 The Worker Protection Act – Understanding employees' rights in the workplace 🔹 Stalking and Young People – Recognising risks and providing support   Thank you to the ECP team for such an engaging session!   If you’re interested in training for your team on harassment, stalking, or workplace safety, get in touch at training@suzylamplugh.org or fill out our training enquiry form: https://lnkd.in/ganT6sR

Violence and aggression against NHS workers are on the rise.   The NHS Staff Survey revealed that 𝟯𝟰.𝟱% 𝗼𝗳 𝗻𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝗶𝗱𝘄𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 have experienced harassment, bullying, or abuse from the public at work, with some reporting daily attacks.   These statistics are shocking and unacceptable. Violence against healthcare professionals not only harms staff but also impacts patient care. Urgent action is needed to protect NHS workers from abuse, harassment, bullying, and violence in the workplace. https://lnkd.in/edVNKCBE

We welcome Ofcom’s increased powers under the Online Safety Act to hold social media companies accountable for harmful content. However, these need to go further.   The Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) guidance 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮 𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 to ensure platforms take meaningful action against all forms of VAWG content online, including cyberstalking and abuse. Content that may not be illegal in and of itself can form part of a wider pattern of stalking which is illegal and causes severe distress and harm to victims.   We call for stronger protections to prevent harm before it escalates. Social media companies must be required - not just encouraged - to tackle VAWG on their platforms. https://lnkd.in/eWs2_tJj  

We’re incredibly proud to be finalists for the Markel UK 3rd Sector Care Award! 🎉   Honored to be nominated for The Dame Esther Rantzen Campaigning for Change Award for our work advocating for the rights of stalking victims, alongside the National Stalking Consortium.   Excited to attend the awards ceremony in Birmingham today, surrounded by such inspiring nominees. 📸 The Grand Hotel, Birmingham Care Management Matters (CMM)

Excited to have one of our trainers Jemma Warren present at this event! Thanks for hosting us.

❗ Did you know that you can make a professional referral to the National Stalking Helpline's advocacy service? If you are a frontline worker who has come into contact with a victim of stalking and you have the victim's consent, you can fill out our Professional Advice and Advocacy Referral Form ➡️ https://shorturl.at/KYEyy

Keep your workforce safe with our personal safety e-learning training 🙌 If your organisation has more than 300 employees that require personal safety training, our e-learning personal safety training might be something for you. This training allows employees to... ➡️Train at their own speed and convenience, ensuring they retain knowledge ➡️Develop safe habits through practical application ➡️Understand why these safety measures are important Managers will also have the tools to evaluate and track their team’s progress, ensuring everyone is equipped to apply personal safety strategies on the job. Click the link in the comments and complete the training enquiry form for more info!