Helen McEntee: Covid travel restrictions don't apply to victims of domestic abuse

Minister for Justice Helen McEntee: Domestic violence has increased during the pandemic. Picture: PA

Covid travel restrictions do not apply to anybody who is in a domestic abuse situation and is seeking help, Justice Minister Helen McEntee has told the Dáil.

Speaking during statements on combating domestic violence, sexual and gender-based violence, Ms McEntee said domestic violence, unfortunately, has increased during the pandemic.