The number of cases being dealt with by crisis centre that helps victims of sexual abuse in Gwynedd has doubled in the past 12 months, it’s been revealed.

But, according to the North Wales Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre (RASASC), that’s a good thing because it means survivors are more confident about coming forward to seek support.

Acting chair Non Williams was speaking after accepting a cheque for £6,179 from North Wales Police and Crime Commissioner Arfon Jones.

Also at the presentation was pop star and TV presenter Elin Fflur who was among the stars at a fundraising concert organised by Mr Jones at Bangor Cathedral, along with Dilwyn Morgan, a Bala county councillor who is equally well-known as a stand-up comedian, radio and TV presenter, who was the compere.

The centre has been experiencing a significant increase in its workload after high profile cases like the Jimmy Savile scandal hit the news.

Ms Williams said that in the past 12 months 468 adults and 114 children from across North Wales have been helped, counselled and supported.

She also said: “The Police and Crime Commissioner’s donation will mean we can reduce the waiting list for counselling services and also purchase play equipment for children in need of counselling."

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