Nightclubs launch safe dating ‘Ask Angela’ initiative

Pubs and nightclubs in Cork city have embraced an initiative to help people who feel at risk or vulnerable while out socialising.

The ‘Ask for Angela’ campaign, which went live last night in dozens of participating venues, will provide an extra layer of security to the public, vintners said.

Cork Vintners Federation of Ireland (VFI) secretary Michael O’ Donovan said members were delighted to get involved in the scheme, which is backed by the gardaí, Cork City Council, the Purple Flag scheme for safe night-time economies, and student unions in both UCC and CIT.