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Virgin Money Sheffield in Fargate Opens Domestic Abuse Safe Space
The rollout expands a confidential support network to 475 branch safe spaces for victim-survivors, with access to specialist advice and emergency help.
Virgin Money is introducing private sanctuaries across 42 branches, providing a secure environment where individuals experiencing domestic abuse can access support and find refuge from their abuser.
This expansion increases the Nationwide Building Society network to 475 total safe spaces, enabling more people to contact specialist charities and seek immediate help away from their abuser.
Nationwide is backing the 'Support Is A Team Sport' campaign during the World Cup, encouraging the public to download the Bright Sky app for advice and access to local support services.
For those facing economic abuse, Nationwide partners with Refuge for specialist emergency advice and Shout for confidential mental health support, alongside in-app payment reference blocking.
Other financial institutions are also expanding support, reflecting a broader industry commitment to help individuals experiencing domestic abuse access practical resources and find safety when they need it most.