Book aimed to educate pupils on consent delivered to schools

A book which aims to educate teenagers on consent and what is classed as sexual assault has been delivered to schools across Telford.

When Love Bites has been placed in secondary school libraries across the borough, which pupils are now able to check out.

The book, which is written by Cathy Press, aims to teach young people about what is right and wrong when comes to sexual relationships. It talks about what consent is, how to spot the signs of coercive behaviour and stalking, and how they can report any of these concerns.

PC Becky James, Telford’s Violence Against Women and Girls Officer, said: “Any way we can educate young people on what is and isn't a healthy relationship is always welcomed by us, and this book is a great tool to help young people understand that.

“I would like to thank Cathy Press and the local schools for their support in allowing me to deliver these books to their libraries.

“My hope is that the knowledge gained from this book can be used to educate friends and family members of the pupils, and that one day it can help someone.”

The books will also be available in all Telford & Wrekin Council run libraries – Madeley, Newport, Southwater One and Wellington – for the public to use.

This week is also National Stalking Awareness Week. Do you feel you are a victim of stalking? West Mercia Police take this crime very seriously and urge you to contact us if you feel it is something that is happening to you.

You can report being stalked to us by calling 101, on our report a crime section on our website or if you don’t feel comfortable speaking to the police, please reach out for support from the National Stalking Helpline. 

RJ, Corporate Communications

PICTURE – PCSO Dave Venus, Deputy Headteacher Daniel Briggs and PC Becky James with students from Haberdashers' Adams Grammar School