A NEW directory to steer victims of domestic abuse in the right direction for help has just hit the bookshelves across one Yorkshire Dales district.

The Hambleton Community Safety Partnership publication will primarily be used by agency workers and other support organisations - district and county councils, police, GPs, health workers, hospital workers, housing associations, the probation service and victim support.

"No-one deserves to suffer at the hands of their loved ones - to live in a home of fear" said Linda Ashman, Hambleton's Domestic Abuse Officer (pictured).

"And asking for help is very hard for them. Hopefully this directory will give agencies the signs to look for and the information they need to ensure every individual receives the correct level of support".

Any agencies wanting a directory should contact Linda on 01609 767271 or email: domesticabuse@hambleton.gov.uk