Domestic abuse - Legislation needs to be updated

Women’s Aid is launching its third annual 2in2u campaign to promote public awareness in order to prevent another generation of domestic abuse.

The two-week campaign seeks to highlight unhealthy and abusive behaviours in the hope that young women will be better informed to avoid involvement before domestic abuse becomes established.

If a young woman is concerned about her boyfriend’s behaviour, she should seek advice and help of Women’s Aid. Domestic abuse is an extremely serious issue that needs to be tackled on different fronts — especially by highlighting the dangers and updating protective legislation.