If we’re serious about ending violence against women, we need to talk about culture

From true crime to pornography, the way women are depicted onscreen has real-life consequences

Protests took place in cities including Cork after the death of Sarah Everard in March. Picture: Larry Cummins

Last week saw politicians and the police scrambling for solutions to end the epidemic of violence against women. There have been the usual suggestions of rape alarms, more police officers, and better lighting, as well as the frankly bizarre advice to women to flag down a bus while resisting arrest.

It seems that some people are determined to keep the focus firmly on the actions of women and away from the actions of violent men.