Victims and survivors of terrorist attacks will continue to
receive the practical and emotional support they need, as the
government announces further funding to four organisations
providing this vital support.
Cruse Bereavement Support, the Peace Foundation, South London and
Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust and Victim Support have been
supported by government funding since October 2020.
Backed by this funding, these organisations have been able to set
up a 24/7 support line, offer mental health assessments and
referrals, provide bereavement support and establish long-term
peer support networks.
Today’s funding extension will ensure that all victims of
terrorism can continue to access these support services,
regardless of when the attack happened.
Home Secretary, , said:
We recognise the victims of terror attacks can be affected in
more ways than many of us could ever contemplate.
The continuation of funding will ensure those affected by
terrorist attacks can be provided with a broad range of practical
and emotional support in their attempt to work through these
traumatic events.
This year marks the fifth anniversary of several horrific
terrorist attacks that took place in 2017.
The Home Office’s Victims of Terrorism Unit recognises a victim
to be anyone affected by a terrorist attack, whether that be
someone who has suffered physical, mental or emotional harm,
those who have been bereaved (including extended family members),
witnesses and first responders to the scene of the incident.
The services are available to anyone affected by an attack in the
UK, or those returning to the UK following an attack overseas.
Victim Support run a
24/7 support line to provide victims with immediate, practical,
and easily accessible support. They can be contacted on 08 08 16
89 111 or via live
chat
South
London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust’s service
focuses on outreach, screening, assessment and onwards referral
for psychological treatments.
Cruse Bereavement
Support provide bereavement support for victims who are
not currently eligible to receive support under the Homicide
Service.
The Peace
Foundation facilitate a long-term peer support network
for victims of terrorism and provide one-to-one casework support.
Further information about the support services available to
victims can be found at victimsofterrorism.campaign.gov.uk.
