SAFE houses for victims of domestic violence could be established in Appleby, Kirkby Stephen and Shap.
Eden District Council is considering a scheme to provide six family properties across the area.
Members are due to be told at a meeting on Thursday, February 6 that there was a waiting list of families fleeing domestic violence.
Experts say independent units are better than hostels in rural locations.
February 3, 2003 09:30
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