Nicola Gallagher’s hometown raise €10,000 for Women’s Aid following domestic abuse claims
The entire community pulled together. Nicola Gallagher, ex wife of former Derry senior football manager Rory Gallagher, released a statement last week claiming that he severely abused her during their marriage. Among the many horrific claims, she said her estranged husband pushed her down the stairs during one of her pregnancies. Since the news broke, […]
3 years ago
Domestic abuse accommodation set to be increased in Ireland
Government has vowed to double the number of refuge places. Domestic abuse accommodation will be increased in Ireland. Minister for Justice Simon Harris confirmed an agency will be established to tackle and reduce domestic, sexual, and gender-based violence. One of the agency’s key responsibilities will be supporting domestic abuse victims with accommodation. The Government has […]
3 years ago
Women’s Aid are looking to improve maternity services for victims of domestic violence
“Domestic abuse during pregnancy is more common than you think.” The domestic violence organisation Women’s Aid is looking to hear from survivors of abuse who accessed maternity services in Ireland. The charity hopes that their survey will help them spot gaps and improvements needed in order to provide better maternity care for women who experience […]
3 years ago
New Bill offers domestic violence survivors 5 days paid leave
These days can be used for those who experience abuse to attend court dates, medical appointments, and other family issues. The Irish Cabinet has approved the Work-Life Balance Bill, which will offer survivors of domestic abuse five days of paid leave. These days can be used for those who experience abuse to attend court dates, […]
4 years ago
Judge threatens to remove Johnny Depp fans for laughing during Amber Heard trial
The former couple’s legal battle is ongoing. The judge presiding over Johnny Depp’s defamation trial against Amber Heard is reportedly getting fed up with the former’s fans. During court proceedings on Monday, Judge Penney Azcarate threatened to throw courtroom attendees out for laughing as Depp was questioned by his own legal team in the $50 […]
4 years ago
Alyson Nelson’s children speak out on “much loved” mum after “abhorrent” murder
“Mum was robbed of her life under the cruellest of circumstances.” The children of 64-year-old Alyson Nelson have spoken out for the first time since their mum’s “abhorrent” murder. Ms Nelson, a retired nurse, was found stabbed at a property in the Victoria Avenue area of Whitehead in Northern Ireland on Saturday, April 16. Her […]
4 years ago