Clare Haven has documented “ongoing year-on-year” increases in admissions to its refuge service.
New figures from the domestic abuse charity show there was a 16% rise in admissions in 2022 compared to 2021.
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The charity, which provides a number of services to women and children who experience domestic abuse, has also noted an 86% rise in the number of women availing of its outreach support service.
Clare Haven manager Siobhan O’Connor says most victims value safety and security over pursuing legal action.
