Abuse support group gains key financial life line

A SUPPORT group for victims of abuse has been promised a financial life line into the future by the Government – the same day as the charity got a €40,000 windfall and a glowing tribute from rock band U2, and their manager Paul McGuinness.

Health Minister, Micheal Martin, last night promised to fund services run by the support group, One in Four, into next year. There is to be a signed service agreement between the group and the Department of Health, outlining what services the department is funding, the department said last night.

Both sides are to meet again shortly to discuss the group’s current financial difficulties. The charity has been asked to outline its service plan for next year.