The Liaison Sergeant for Domestic Abuse in Clare says ‘eyes are opening’ on the issue ahead of the festive period.
Gardai in this county are expecting an increase in calls over Christmas in line with the rest of the country.
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It’s understood communications to helplines such as Women’s Aid will jump by around 15 percent between December and January.
Sergeant Caitriona Houlihan, who’s head of the Clare Local Area Network Opposing Violence Against Women, says ensuring the families of people abused are also reaching out is important.
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