Voice

09/09/2025

💬 You’re not alone. Support is here when you’re ready.

If you’ve experienced domestic abuse but aren’t ready to speak to the police, help is still available.

Visit 👉 voicenorthants.org
Or call Voice on 📞 0300 303 1965

Voice is a free, confidential support service for anyone living in Northamptonshire — no matter when, where, or how the crime happened. You don’t need to have reported anything to the police to access support.

💛 You deserve to feel safe. We’re here to listen, whenever you’re ready.

Under the Victims’ Code, victims and witnesses of crime are entitled to access support – read more about your rights, here. For anyone living in Northamptonshire, we provide free support that’s tailored to your needs.

07/09/2025

Don't forget at 3pm today. Sunday 7th September, the UK Government will be testing Emergency Alerts on mobile phones across the UK.
Find out more: https://orlo.uk/50a5Y

01/09/2025

The Emergency Alerts system is used to warn if there’s a danger to life nearby, including extreme weather.
The UK government will be carrying out a test of the system on Sunday 7 September at 3pm, to ensure it is functioning correctly.
The system is an important tool for reaching the public in emergency situations. However, for those who need it, information on how to opt out is available on https://orlo.uk/WKUsV

27/08/2025

Voice a free, confidential support service run by the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner, for anyone affected by crime, life-changing fire incidents and serious road traffic collisions in Northamptonshire.

Our services are available to anyone resident in Northamptonshire, whether a crime has been reported to police or not and regardless of when or where it happened. Voice is here to:
- provide emotional and practical support to anyone affected by crime
- link with partner agencies to ensure the right specialist support is available for everyone
- offer help and guidance to anyone who has to attend court proceedings
- promote involvement in the criminal justice system by informing people about their rights

0300 303 1965
info@voicenorthants.org
https://orlo.uk/KseY5

21/08/2025

The UK government is testing the Emergency Alerts system on Sunday 7 September 2025 at 3pm.

Your mobile phone or tablet will vibrate and make a loud siren-like sound, even if it’s set on silent. The alert message will confirm this is a test and that you do not need to take any further action.

Regular testing ensures the system is functioning correctly, should it need to be used in a life-threatening emergency. Find out more at gov.uk/alerts.

You can opt out of the Emergency Alerts, including the national test, but you should keep them switched on for your own safety.

Emergency Alerts will warn you via your mobile or tablet if there's a life-threatening emergency nearby. Only the government and the emergency services are able to send them.

There are simple and effective steps we can all take to be more prepared for an emergency. Visit https://orlo.uk/KKji9 for advice on how you can prepare.

20/08/2025

📢 Nationwide Emergency Alert Test — Sunday 7th September, 3PM
On Sunday 7th September at 3pm, the UK Government will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alerts system. This is part of a national resilience plan to ensure the system works effectively in real emergencies such as severe weather or public safety threats.

📱 What to expect:

On Sunday 7th September at 3pm, the UK Government will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alerts system. This is part of a national resilience plan to ensure the system works effectively in real emergencies such as severe weather or public safety threats.

The alert will sound even if your phone is on silent
This is only a test — no action is required.

However, if you are experiencing domestic abuse and have a hidden or second phone for safety, please take action before the test to avoid detection:

🔒 How to disable Emergency Alerts:

On iPhone:

>Go to Settings
>Tap Notifications
>Scroll to the bottom to Emergency Alerts
>Turn off Extreme Alerts and Severe Alerts

On Android:

Go to Settings
>Tap Safety & Emergency or search for Emergency Alerts
>Tap Wireless Emergency Alerts
>Turn off Allow Alerts, Extreme Alerts, and Severe Alerts

Remember if you are a victim of domestic abuse, we are here to help you. We can offer practical and emotional support. Please visit our website: voicenorthants.org

🚨 Nationwide Emergency Alert Test — Sunday 7th September, 3pm

The UK’s new emergency alert system will send a loud siren, message, and vibration to every compatible phone even on silent. Survivors of abuse with hidden phones could be put at risk if the device is discovered.

You can opt out in your phone’s settings to protect your safety:
✅ iPhone: Search “Emergency Alerts” in settings → Turn off Severe & Emergency alerts

✅ Android: Search “Emergency Alerts” in settings → Turn off Severe & Emergency alerts (and other threat categories if listed)

14/08/2025

Crime can affect people in multiple ways and our help includes both emotional and practical needs. Our support is tailored to you. It’s free, confidential and you don’t need to have reported anything to the police.

13/08/2025

Voice is here for you no matter what type of crime you have been affected by and irrespective of where or when anything happened.

It doesn’t matter if it was a relatively minor crime, or an incident that has had a devastating impact – we’re here to help you cope, recover and thrive.

To find out more about different types of crime, how they can affect different people and how we can help please visit our website: https://orlo.uk/fbqOA

12/08/2025

12/08/2025

Great advice from Suzy Lamplugh Trust.

You can also speak to us here at Voice. We can give you practical help and advice as well as the emotional support you need to cope, recover and thrive.

Our trained experts are here to help, for as long as you need it, no matter what has happened.

See our website for more help: https://voicenorthants.org/help-after-crime/practical-help/types-of-crime/stalking-and-harassment/

08/08/2025

Are you passionate about supporting victims of crime? We're hiring - join Voice for Victims and Witnesses and help transform lives across Northamptonshire.

🟣 Diversity and Inclusion Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)
📍 Northampton | 💼 £32,247 - £34,329 | 🕒 Part Time 18.5 hrs/week,(8am – 6pm Wednesday and Friday) | Fixed Term Contract
- salary will be pro rata for part time contracts.

Are you an exceptional communicator? Have you got significant experience of supporting Black, Asian and other minority communities and building their trust in services? Are you a proactive advocate for individuals and communities that are often not heard, or experience barriers accessing services?

Voice for Victims and Witnesses in Northamptonshire are recruiting for a Diversity and Inclusion Independent Domestic Violence Advisor whose focus will be to develop links with Black, Asian and other minority communities, to encourage reporting of domestic abuse and to support people with accessing services that best meet their needs.

If this sounds like the role for you please see the full job description for the full range of skills and responsibilities: https://orlo.uk/Gq2Zp

🟣 Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)
📍 Northampton | 💼 £32,247 - £34,329 | 🕒 Part Time 24 hrs/week (9am – 5:30pm Wednesday – Friday, with a 9.30am - 6pm shift once a week) | Permanent
- salary will be pro rata for part time contracts.

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of those affected by domestic abuse? We’re looking for a dedicated and compassionate Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) to join our team. In this vital role, you’ll provide proactive, person-centred support to high-risk victims of domestic abuse, working within a multi-agency framework to ensure their safety and wellbeing.

As an IDVA, you’ll assess risk, develop tailored safety plans, and advocate on behalf of victims and their children or dependents. From the point of crisis through to recovery, you’ll be a trusted source of advice, support, and empowerment—helping clients achieve long-term safety and reduce the risk of repeat victimisation.

📅 Apply before August 31st and be part of a service that puts victims first: https://orlo.uk/uN22G