IT is fantastic news that a new campaign against domestic violence has been launched, writes GILL HARRIS.

Too many people lose their lives in the very environment where they should be safe, happy and cared for — the home.

One such person is Andraya Lyons, who was killed by her partner in Rodbourne last year.

The new campaign is encouraging people to do the one thing we have drummed out of us as children — tell tales.

But as Andraya’s brother, Simon Webb, said: “Just one call that evening could have made all the difference and potentially saved our sister’s life. Domestic violence is a disease in society and it needs to be eradicated.”

A few months ago, the police banged on my door and I was taken aback when they asked if I’d been attacked. Apparently someone had called them and reported sounds of an attack coming from a house near me. I hope those officers found the right address.

And well done to the people who made that phone call — if I had been in danger I would like to think my neighbours wouldn’t have just turned a deaf ear.

So, even if we’re not 100 per cent sure if an attack is taking place, let’s do the right thing and tell the police. It’s one phone call and it might just save a life. And you don’t even have to give your name — you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111. And in an emergency don’t hesitate to dial 999.