Domestic Violence Services
Dail Éireann — 2020-12-10
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Emer Higgins (FG), Dublin Mid-West

The lockdowns have been tough on everyone but, for victims of domestic abuse, they have been hell. Their homes are not their sanctuaries. They find sanctuary outside their homes when they discover a safe space somewhere else. They were robbed of this chance for months during lockdown. The Minister gave them assurances and clarity that travel restrictions did not and do not apply to them. This was very welcome and an important move. What other actions is the Minister taking to support victims of domestic and sexual abuse and to deliver long-term and lasting cultural change?

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Sitting date: 2020-12-10