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<p>A total of 360 people are currently serving life sentences in jail - involving 350 men and 10 women.</p>

One in every eight inmates are in prison for sexual offences

Other figures show 407 inmates are in prison because of homicide offences, such as murder.

Fri, 02 Jul, 2021

<p>24-year-old Patrick Faulkner was sentenced last week for the rape of a 15-year-old girl during a party in Limerick, when he was 18 years old. File picture: Dan Linehan</p>

Rape victim's dress was shown during Limerick rape trial in 'blatant form of victim-blaming'

The rape victim was also asked in court if she was wearing underwear when she was attacked

Wed, 05 Aug, 2026

<p>A forensic examination was conducted at the scene — a hotel in south Dublin City — after the woman went to gardaí early on Tuesday.</p>

Gardaí hopeful of progress over alleged rape of female soldier at quarantine hotel

It is understood gardaí are confident of making progress in the investigation.

Wed, 28 Jul, 2021

<p>Raymond Shorten, of Melrose Crescent, Clondalkin, Dublin 22, is serving 30 years for his sexual offending.</p>

Jailing of Dublin rapist sees surge in rape survivors sharing their stories

Conviction of Raymond Shorten for rapes of two women sees increase in rate of stories from survivors.

Mon, 26 Aug, 2024

Abusive priest ‘robbed me of religion’

There have been fresh calls for new sentencing guidelines for sex offences after a priest who sexually assaulted a little girl during her First Confession was given a suspended jail term.

Sat, 17 Mar, 2018

60 calls a day to sexual assault groups

As many as 60 people a day have been calling helplines for victims of sexual assault since the sentencing of sex offender Tom Humphries.

Sat, 28 Oct, 2017

Silence in Ireland on extreme porn deafening

THERE is growing alarm at the destructive effect extreme pornography is having on Irish society.

Thu, 07 Jun, 2007

White Flower Day: Thousands across the country

MORE than 3,000 people demonstrated nationwide yesterday to show solidarity with victims of child abuse.

Sat, 03 Jun, 2006

Rape centre chief wants all dioceses investigated

THE head of the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre (DRCC) has called for every diocese in the country to be investigated by the Dublin Archdiocese Commission of Investigation.

Fri, 09 Jan, 2009

Chinese cities donate 40,000 face masks to Cork hospitals

Some of China's largest cities have donated 40,000 face masks to Cork hospitals thanks to an almost 20-year twinning link.

Mon, 27 Apr, 2020

Is sexist pop glamorising rape and abuse?

It’s the No 1 hit of the summer. But Robin Thicke’s video and lyrics have been accused of glamorising rape and abuse, says Ed Power

Mon, 08 Jul, 2013

Gardaí release EvoFit of sexual assault suspect

Gardaí investigating an alleged sexual assault on a woman in a taxi after she left a Christmas party at the weekend before last have released an EvoFit of a suspect and an image of a white cab.

Tue, 18 Dec, 2018

Gardaí roll out four new divisional protective units

Gardaí are stepping up their efforts to crack down on sex crimes and domestic abuse.

Fri, 02 Jun, 2017

Children First Bill criticised by some charities

Several children’s groups have today criticised aspects of new legislation making the reporting of child abuse mandatory for named professions.

Mon, 14 Apr, 2014

WATCH: Bibi Baskin and Fiona Looney reveal their experiences with sexual assault

Broadcaster Bibi Baskin and journalist Fiona Looney have spoken publically for the first time about their personal experiences of sexual assault.

Mon, 31 Aug, 2015

Ulster rape case - A trial by ordeal for all concerned

There were no winners but losers aplenty in the Belfast rape trial, as the repercussions for all concerned will reverberate for a long time to come.

Thu, 29 Mar, 2018

<p>Mary Crilly, Director, Sexual Violence Centre Pic: Larry Cummins</p>

Nicole Glennon: Mary Crilly has spent four decades protecting victims of sexual violence

Dublin-born founding member of the Cork Sexual Violence Centre, Mary Crilly has been described as an “angel” by those she has assisted, who number in the thousands

Sat, 05 Mar, 2022

<p>The revelation of how Ciara was treated by her colleagues was met with disgust from the public. File picture: Courtpix</p>

Michelle McGlynn: Ciara Mangan’s experience is not unique — we need to tackle rape culture

'Rape jokes' are still being told in 2023. There are still people who laugh at them and more still who let them go unchallenged. Those 'jokes' could well be the reason a person does not report or confide in someone what has been done to them, writes Michelle McGlynn

Wed, 19 Jul, 2023

<p> Mary Crilly, founder and CEO of the Cork Sexual Violence Centre, at the CSVC premises on Camden Quay, Cork. Picture: Dan Linehan</p>

Mary Crilly to retire from Sexual Violence Centre Cork but says she will continue campaigning

Having founded the centre in 1983, chief executive Mary Crilly is about to step down — but intends to continue working on the Safe Gigs Ireland campaign

Thu, 12 Mar, 2026

<p>Marcos Vinicius De Silva Umbelino who was convicted of sexually assaulting the woman by groping and molesting her on the journey. He was also convicted of raping her at Harbour Road. Picture: Collins Courts</p>

Midlands trial the 'stuff of one's worst fears', says Dublin Rape Crisis Centre CEO

Noeline Blackwell said the case was the "stuff of one's worst fears".

Fri, 08 Apr, 2022