Irish Examiner View: Domestic abuse - Garda move provides reassurance

There is a concern is that many women who need help may be unable to reach out for support in this crisis because of living in constant close proximity to their abusers, a condition exacerbated by the requirement to socially isolate.

Confinement to the home represents frustration and boredom to most people but to some it also raises the risk of being subjected to either physical or mental abuse — or both.

In that respect, the proactive manner in which An Garda Síochána is offering to support victims of domestic abuse and coercive control is a welcome and timely initiative that sends a clear message to both victims and abusers.