Call for government north and south to come together to tackle violence against women

Ailbhe Smyth: 'We’re living on a small island together. It’s important that we cross that border, either virtually or in person, to make it easier to build trust and understanding and liking.' Picture: Gareth Chaney/Collins

Calls have been made for governments north and south to jointly tackle pervasive problems like poverty and violence against women after cross-border commonality was forged during an all-island women’s forum.

Taoiseach Micheál Martin will join the National Women’s Council (NWC) for the launch of the All-Island Women’s Forum report on Thursday.