The Tearmann representative has encouraged anyone who is experiencing abuse to reach out.

'Parents and carers will be supported to balance their working and family lives'

'Safe Ireland is publishing a project that examines what is the best model of accommodation going forward and what is needed for future-proofing services'

'We must deliver a safe haven that will allow women the time and space to recover'

The Blacklion councillor described the current situation as a 'huge worry'.

'We need to have more systems in place to deal with this situation'

The money will go towards providing support, information and advice to victims.