Domestic abuse victims being asked how gardaí treat them

Garda Commission Drew Harris has placed the investigation of sexual and domestic violence at the top of his priorities since taking office. Picture: Colin Keegan/ Collins

The Garda Inspectorate is reaching out directly to victims of domestic violence to try and gauge how gardaí are treating them.

The survey will form a key part of a major inspection the oversight body is conducting into how effective An Garda Síochána is in preventing and investigating the crime, and in protecting victims of abuse.