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The Dáil was hearing statements on domestic, sexual and gender based violence with survivors in attendance in the public gallery

Dáil hears call for 'strangulation porn' to be banned

The Dáil has heard a call for so-called "strangulation porn" to be banned.

Politics • 10 Jul

Helen McEntee said the law is part of Government policy to tackle domestic, sexual, gender-based and gangland violence (File: RollingNews.ie)

Tougher sentences for domestic violence becomes law

Tougher sentences for domestic violence as well as organised and serious crime become law from today.

Ireland • 01 Nov 23

AIB said it aims to provide a work environment that is safe and supportive for all its employees

AIB supports for staff affected by domestic violence

AIB has expanded the range of practical supports it offers staff experiencing domestic violence and abuse including ten days' fully paid leave a year.

Business • 24 Apr 23

Women's Aid says there were 26,906 contacts made with its services last year (stock image - posed by model)

Over 33,000 domestic violence reports to Women's Aid

There were a total of 33,831 disclosures of domestic violence, including coercive control, made to Women's Aid last year, according to its latest annual report.

Ireland • 14 Jun 22

During the pandemic, calls from women needing support increased in some cases by as much as 150%

New guide for GPs to help victims of domestic violence

A new guide to help GPs recognise abuse and advise their patients has been launched by Minister for Justice Helen McEntee.

Ireland • 18 May 22

First Minister Paul Givan and Deputy First Minister Michelle O'Neill have pledged to tackle domestic violence

MLAs to tackle 'attitudes' around domestic violence

MLAs have called for the public's view on how the Northern Ireland Executive should tackle societal attitudes, beliefs and behaviours around domestic violence and sexual abuse.

Ireland • 10 Jan 22

"These are most clearly manifest between NGO and government bodies but not exclusively and they indicate fragmentation within the structures", according to the report

Audit criticises State response to domestic violence

Distrust, disrespect, othering and blame between Government departments, agencies and non-government organisations has been discovered in an audit of the State's response to domestic, sexual and gender-based violence.

Ireland • 14 Jul 21

Valerie Bacot (yellow scarf) arrives flanked by her children to the Chalon-sur-Saone Courthouse, central-eastern France, prior to the opening hearing of her trial on charges of murdering her stepfather turned husband

Woman who killed rapist husband goes on trial in France

A French woman has gone on trial today for killing the man who raped her for years as her stepfather before becoming her husband and pimp.

World • 21 Jun 21

Gardaí also say they received 43,000 calls for help last year, an increase of 16%

25% rise in breaches of domestic violence court orders

Gardaí say there has been a 25% increase in criminal charges for breaches of domestic violence court orders to over 4,000 last year.

Crime • 25 Jan 21

Women's Aid is concerned it will see another surge of calls during Level 5 restrictions

Domestic violence charities call for extra supports

Groups working with victims of domestic violence and vulnerable children are calling for extra supports as they say Covid-19 restrictions are putting more pressure on people in difficult situations.

Ireland • 22 Oct 20

Last week, gardaí promised that they will respond quickly and robustly to any report of domestic violence

UN chief warns domestic violence rising amid pandemic

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres has urged governments to include the protection of women in their response to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Coronavirus • 06 Apr 20

Protesters carried banners reading "We don't want to carry on counting victims"

Thousands march in Madrid against domestic violence

Thousands of protesters have gathered in central Madrid to draw attention to domestic violence in a year when over 40 women have been recorded so far as having been killed by their partner or ex-partners.

World • 20 Sep 19

The Domestic Violence Bill 2017 will now move back to the Seanad

Dáil passes bill to strengthen domestic violence laws

A bill that criminalises psychological elements of domestic abuse has been passed in the Dáil this evening.

Politics • 25 Apr 18

$Jessica Bowes was left with fractured eye sockets, skull and face, and a shattered cheek bone after an assault by an ex in 2015$

19,000 reports of domestic abuse to Women's Aid

There were over 19,000 disclosures of domestic abuse against women and children made to Women's Aid last year, most of which were for emotional abuse.

Ireland • 17 Apr 18

Prime Time - Kinahan-Hutch feud, Domestic Assault, Mutilation

As the Kinahan-Hutch feud rages on gardai are now examining whether a formerly separate criminal feud is beginning to merge into it, creating even more danger on the streets of the capital. Barry Cummins reports.

Prime Time • 16 Feb 18

The report calls for the expansion of the legal definition of domestic abuse to ensure that it is treated seriously

Domestic abuse regarded a nuisance - SAFE Ireland

A report published this morning by SAFE Ireland says the system in Ireland often regards domestic violence as a nuisance rather than a crime.

News • 30 Mar 15

A report co-author said that changes in attitudes and behaviours are possible

33% of world's women suffer domestic abuse - WHO

One third of women worldwide are physically abused, according to a series of studies by the World Health Organization published today.

News • 21 Nov 14

The number of women who are trying to access services is described as 'shocking'

Domestic violence leaving women, children homeless

A study by frontline domestic services group Safe Ireland has found that on one day last year 700 women and children were homeless or at risk of homelessness because their homes were not safe.

News • 10 Jun 14

Susan Denham said business community has a critical role to play in the restoration of the economy

Chief Justice calls for ethics in boardrooms

Chief Justice Susan Denham has said that ethics in the boardroom and in the governance of enterprises, rather than a constant eye on the needs of shareholders, is the way to rebuild trust in Ireland’s economic sector.

News • 08 Jul 13

Silent walk in support of abused women

Around 50 people took part in a silent walk through the People's Park in Limerick city this afternoon in support of women in Ireland who experience domestic abuse.

News • 04 Dec 12

Over 2,000 children sought safety from domestic violence

Irish domestic violence figures 'horrific'

The director of an agency that deals with domestic violence has said that domestic violence figures are horrific and a sad indictment of Irish society.

News • 27 Nov 12

Amen said that callers to its helpline had suffered physical, verbal and sexual abuse

Increase in men seeking domestic violence services

There has been a significant increase in the first half of this year of men seeking assistance from Amen, a charity that supports victims of domestic violence.

News • 16 Oct 12

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