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<p> </p><p> </p><p>We recognise that men can be victims of domestic violence and abuse,
so the Government recognises the need to support frontline organisations working with
male victims to ensure there is an enhancement of service provision for male victims.
The Government's approach to tackling domestic violence and abuse is laid out in the
Violence Against Women and Girls Action Plan, refreshed in March 2014:</p><p> </p><p><a
href="https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/287758/VAWG_Action_Plan.pdf"
target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/287758/VAWG_Action_Plan.pdf</a></p><p>
</p><p>which includes actions to protect men from domestic and sexual violence. This
includes funding the Men's Advice Line and Broken Rainbow helplines. We are committed
to supporting this vital service for male victims.<br><br>The Government believes
that any victims suffering persistent abuse should be treated equally and is committed
to supporting all victims of this terrible crime, regardless of gender, race or ethnicity.</p><p>
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