Fears domestic violence leave may impact victims' safety

Women’s Aid has said it disagrees with the proposed legislation due to financial hardship, safety, and privacy concerns

Cross-party TDs are calling on the Government to change its proposed statutory domestic violence leave amid concerns it could cause financial and safety issues.

Cross-party TDs, including a Fine Gael junior minister, are calling on the Government to change its proposed statutory domestic violence leave after concerns were raised by Women's Aid.

Several TDs and senators are concerned that the legislation is too restrictive and could cause financial and safety issues for victims.