'Help is available' to victims of domestic abuse over the festive period at Cuanlee

Cuanlee's refugee space at Kyrl’s Quay, Cork, which acts as a safe haven for women who have suffered domestic abuse. Picture: Dan Linehan

A women’s refuge in Cork is  seeking to reassure domestic violence victims that help is out there ahead of the Christmas period.

Management of Cuanlee refuge in Cork City, Which operates six refugee spaces and five step-down facilities, are making the pledge amid fears of an increase in domestic violence during the festive season.