In a sexual relationship you have the right to:
- Choose when to have sex
- Say no to sex
- Ask for want you want
- Say what you don't want
If you have sexual contact with someone without their consent
you are committing a crime.
It is illegal to have sex with someone if they are under the age
of 16.
Some people who have been raped blame themselves for
what has happened to them, but it is never the fault of the person
who has been raped. If you have been raped or sexually
assaulted by someone you know or a stranger.
- It's a good idea to go to the police to make a report. You
should do this as soon as possible.
- Alternatively, you can go to a centre in Glasgow called
Archway. They give confidential sensitive support
and counselling for men and women aged 13 and up who have been
raped or sexually assaulted within the past 7 days. A female doctor
will offer to examine you, take forensic evidence and check you for
Sexually Transmitted Infections. Police will only be informed if
you agree (if you are under 16 there are some exceptions to
this). T: 0141 211 8175.
- If you want some advice contact The Place which is part of
Sandyford. It's a young people friendly sexual health service.
Phone: 0141 211 8130 for more.