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It's time to kick out domestic violence say Pompey players
POMPEY players are backing calls to blow the whistle on domestic violence against women.
Goalkeeper David James and defender Linvoy Primus are taking a stand in a bid to raise awareness and encourage more victims to seek help.
The stars are encouraging fellow players and fans to wear a white ribbon for their home clash against Manchester United as part of the Blow The Whistle on Violence Against Women campaign.
James said: 'We can't condone domestic violence against women at any level. This is something we need to try and stamp out.
'By wearing a white ribbon we are making the pledge that we don't condone domestic violence.
'We need to speak up about it and raise awareness.
'As footballers we have the opportunity to get the message out there and it's important we do that.'
It comes as figures reveal 11 reports of domestic abuse a day in Portsmouth were reported to police last year, costing more than 52m.
Last year five women in Hampshire died as a result of domestic violence.
As well as wearing a white ribbon, supporters who switch on Bluetooth on their mobile phones during the Manchester United game at Fratton Park on November 28, will also receive information on how they can help stop domestic violence.
Primus said: 'Domestic violence affects so many families. We can only hope that by getting involved more people will eventually feel able to come forward and report it. We've got to start somewhere.'
Lucius Peart, head of operations for Pompey, added: 'If through the use of the football club and its players the message reaches a wider audience, this can only be a good thing. Domestic violence, like racism, is wholly unacceptable and we are delighted to support the Blow the Whistle Campaign.'
Actress Kirsty Dillon, of Midsomer Murders fame, is also an ambassador for the 'White Ribbons' campaign.
She said: 'Men can be part of the problem of domestic violence – but they can also be part of the solution.'
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