Violence against LGBTQ+ people across Europe reaches highest levels in a decade

Of the 448 hate-related incidents recorded in Ireland by An Garda Síochána in 2021, 15% were motivated by the victim's sexual orientation. Picture: iStock

Last year was the most violent year for LGBTQ+ people in Europe in a decade, according to a new report.

Launched today, the report examines the growing prevalence of anti-LGBTQ+ speech as well as violent attacks, murders, and suicide.