New Domestic Violence Laws to be Raised in Dáil Today

New laws to combat domestic violence will be discussed at cabinet today.

Under the proposals, victims living with their attacker will be able to get barring orders lasting for up to 8 days, and if a case goes to court, a range of supports would be put in place for victims.

Tanaiste and Minister for Justice Frances Fitzgerald is bringing the proposed Domestic Violence Bill to the ministers' meeting this morning.

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