Watch: Dáil breaks protocol to hold a moment's applause for Natasha O'Brien

Social Democrat leader Holly Cairns asked: 'How many more women's names will we have to learn before meaningful action is taken?'

Natasha O'Brien was seated in the public gallery and smiled as the Dáil rose to their feet in recognition of her bravery. File picture: Brendan Gleeson

A moment's applause was held in the Dáil on Tuesday afternoon for Natasha O'Brien in what was a break from protocol.

Ms O'Brien's case dominated leader's questions and the Limerick woman was seated in the public gallery and smiled as the Dáil rose to their feet in recognition of her bravery.