Code of conduct to tackle abuse and discrimination on comedy scene in Ireland

Ruth Hunter, who says she felt forced to leave the stand-up scene due to the abuse, compiled the code with a legal researcher. Picture: Pexels

“Endemic” sexual abuse and discrimination in Irish comedy will be challenged through a new code of conduct and consent workshops after allegations of rape, sexual assault and harassment were made against figures in the industry. 

Ruth Hunter, who says she felt forced to leave the stand-up scene due to the abuse, compiled the code with a legal researcher as a proactive, positive response to stories of abuse shared by others on social media.