Number Of Sex Crimes Reported To Gardaí Increased By 26% Last Year
The number of sex crimes reported to the Gardaí increased by 26 per cent last year.
This morning the government will launch a new national awareness campaign aimed at tackling sexual violence and harassment.
"No Excuses" will feature ads on TV, radio, cinema and social media - showing different scenarios in a bid to get people to think about their behaviour.
CEO of the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre, Noeline Blackwell, says the campaign is much needed.
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