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Roscommon Safe Link hoping to open domestic abuse safe house this year

Safe houses allow people and families fleeing domestic violence a place to stay and recuperate in a secure environment.

May 7, 2025 13:30

Roscommon service for victims of domestic violence & abuse saw 13% increase in clients last year

Roscommon Safe Link is a non-profit charitable organisation that offers information, support and counselling to women and men suffering abuse.

May 2, 2025 17:15

Carrick needs a domestic violence refuge, claims election candidate

The Shannonside counties of Leitrim, Roscommon and Longford are among nine counties in Ireland that do not have one of these facilities.

May 8, 2024 07:17

Domestic violence leading to homelessness in Roscommon, warns local group

That's the stark warning from Roscommon Women's Network as work continues to identify a site for a refuge in the county.

May 7, 2024 07:37

Eight domestic violence refuge units to be established in Longford

The eight family places are expected to be made available by the end of next year and follows the establishment of a new Government agency called Cuan.

Jan 3, 2024 14:19

Violence against women a major concern in 2024- Longford Women's Link

The last ten years have recorded the highest number of women killed in decades.

Jan 2, 2024 07:38

Over 41,000 domestic violence callouts recorded so far this year

The Government have previously said that combating domestic violence is a key priority for them.

Dec 1, 2023 09:57

Major domestic violence training conference underway in Longford

National organisations are taking part in the conference.

May 17, 2023 13:34

612 people prosecuted nationwide for Domestic Violence in 2022

2,000 people have been charged for the crime since 2019.

Jan 25, 2023 08:50

People across the region urged to support their local Domestic Violence groups

Longford Women's Link DV unit provides supports to women and children experiencing domestic violence.

Jan 1, 2023 08:38

Approach situation carefully around domestic violence if you suspect loved one is a victim

With domestic and gender based violence levels on the increase over the Christmas period.

Dec 30, 2022 09:22

Local support service says domestic violence levels in Shannonside region increasing

Longford Women's Link DV manager, Natalie O' Reilly says they have accompanied and supported 23 women in Longford Court in the last 10 days alone.

Dec 19, 2022 13:35

Increase in domestic violence callouts are also a positive sign says Leitrim charity

Carmel McNamee of the Leitrim DVAS says that the increase shows that Gardaí are gaining an increasing understanding of domestic violence.

Sep 26, 2022 17:06

Local domestic violence centre welcomes new stalking legislation

The new legislation will be introduced in the Autumn.

Aug 5, 2022 14:04

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