Calls for more durable sentencing pointers in Northern Ireland to sort out ‘epidemic’ of violence

Victims are calling for stiffer sentencing pointers for these convicted of violence in opposition to ladies in Northern Ireland because it grapples with a femicide document described as an "epidemic".

Twenty-eight ladies and a lady have been violently killed in Northern Ireland since 2020, the worst price within the UK and Ireland, and one of many worst in Europe.

Anyone feeling emotionally distressed or suicidal can name Samaritans for assistance on 116 123 or e-mail [email protected] within the UK. In the US, name the Samaritans department in your space or 1 (800) 273-TALK

For Women’s Aid Federation Northern Ireland, go to womensaidni.org, e-mail [email protected], or Freephone Domestic and Sexual Abuse helpline 08088021414

Read extra: https://news.sky.com/story/women-and-girls-in-northern-ireland-face-perfect-storm-of-violence-as-victims-call-for-tougher-sentences-13425233

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