This new project managed by Local Solutions is in collaboration between the Liverpool Echo, Greater Merseyside Local Education Authorities (LEA’s), Safer Merseyside Partnership and TUC to tackle the problem of bullying. Launched on September 1^st , the free helpline provides a support and advocacy service for victims of bullying and their families.

A team of specially trained staff operate the confidential telephone hotline and take calls from victims, parents or from people with information about bullying of children. As well as acting as a listening service, the team provides practical advice and can act as a referral agency.

The project is currently receiving over 200 calls a month and the project has recently issued all 350,000 schoolchildren in Merseyside with a small card containing their contact details (right). Another recent development for the project has been the launch of a new website, please click on the link below to visit the site.

For further information:

Freephone Helpline: 0800 169 6928
Website: www.bullybusters.org.uk