CSO Recorded Crime figures revealed there were 828 sexual offences in the region over the course of 2024, an increase of 75 incidents compared to 2023. 

The legislation extends protections, which are available to certain victims under the Domestic Violence Act 2018, to all victims of stalking behaviour.

In a new departure for Cork Sexual Violence Centre, they have launched a community hub, writes EMMA CONNOLLY

An awareness campaign for consent was launched last week, with UCC hosting a tea party for consent last Monday, September 9. CIT will run the same workshop on Wednesday, October 2.