If alcohol misuse can be a trigger to abuse and violence in your home you may be particularly at risk during the time around the football World Cup.

In many homes emotions will be running high and consumption of alcohol will increase.

The North East Hampshire Domestic Violence Forum is urging people in this situation to think about how they can keep themselves safe.

Safety planning information can be found on various websites, for example www.womensaid.org.uk and www.mensadviceline.org.uk (for male victims).

Alternatively, you can call the national helplines on 0800 200 247 or 0808 801 0327 (male victims) or your local police Domestic Abuse Co-ordinator for information and support.

If your partner’s (or any other relatives) alcohol or drug use will affect the way in which you are treated, you can call Parent Support Link who have a 24 hour telephone contact line you can ring on 023 8039 9764. The telephone line can provide emotional support, signposting, information about drugs and a non-judgmental listening service.

Phoenix Futures, based in Aldershot, offer support and help for those aged 18 and over who are concerned about their own drug or alcohol use and are looking to make changes to their lives.

They offer initial needs assessments, group work, one to one brief interventions, needle exchange as well as signposting to detox and substitute prescribing.

To contact Phoenix Futures call 01252 342000. If you feel you are in immediate danger call 999.