Information for men
Men can experience domestic abuse and violence from a partner or an ex-partner.
Police Scotland
You can call the police if you have been placed in a state of fear and alarm, if you have been assaulted or sexually assaulted. Assault is a criminal offence and sexual assault is a crime even if you are married to or living with the person committing the offence. Police Scotland Domestic Abuse Unit can give support and information.
Police Scotland Domestic Abuse Investigation Unit
10 St Marnock Street, Kilmarnock Tel: 01563 505076 or 01563 505173.
In an emergency dial 999.
Hours: Monday to Friday - 8am to 4pm
Support Services
Fearless is a support service for any man, or LGBTI+ person experiencing domestic abuse. Contact number: 0132 624 7266.
Abused Men in Scotland (AMIS) is a national organisation dedicated to supporting men who are experiencing, or who have experienced, domestic abuse. They can be contacted by telephoning 0808 800 0024.
Shelter Scotland provides information for men affected by domestic abuse.
Advice for men who abuse
Respect Phoneline provides information and advice for people who are people who are abusive towards their partners and want help to stop. They can be contacted by telephoning 0808 802 4040.
