Calls to sign convention against violence

IRELAND has been urged to sign a groundbreaking European convention on preventing violence against women and domestic violence.

Launched in May after years of negotiations with countries which wanted to limit its remit, the convention is waiting for 10 nations to ratify it so it can enter into force.

Despite figures that suggest at least 25% of all women in Europe are subject to violence, countries have been slow to ratify the convention.