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First 24-hour rape helpline launched in England and Wales

Victims of rape will be offered support around the clock by the first 24-hour helpline of its kind in England and Wales. Trained specialists will be on hand at any time by phone or online to offer emotional support and information on what other ...

07 Dec 2022 at 01:01

Northern Ireland

Police warn of increase in domestic abuse incidents over holiday period

Police in Northern Ireland have warned of a potential spike in domestic abuse over Christmas – with statistics revealing officers dealt with a call every 16 minutes last December and January. As part of the PSNI’s ‘Tis’ the Season’ Christmas ...

28 Nov 2022 at 13:24

Sextortion now biggest issue reported to revenge porn helpline

Cases of sextortion reported to the UK’s revenge porn helpline have almost doubled within a year, becoming its main issue for the first time, figures show. Sextortion was the helpline’s most reported issue in 2021, with 1,124 cases reported ...

20 May 2022 at 01:01

Local News

Don't be alone this New Year! . . . Reach out for help and support over the festive period

While Christmas may offer a welcome distraction for many people, for others Christmas is a tough and lonely time of year - especially those living alone or those who are sick or grieving. This Christmas will also carry much concern and ...

29 Dec 2022 at 19:33

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Crime Victims Helpline to operate service offer Christmas holiday season

The National Crime Victims Helpline (CVH) will operate throughout the 2023 festive season to provide information and support to those impacted by crime in Leitrim and across the country. The service will be closed on Christmas Eve and ...

25 Dec 2023 at 18:33

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Rape Crisis North East in Dundalk recruiting volunteers

Rape Crisis North East is offering people the opportunity to attend a Helpline Training Programme funded by the National Lottery. The training will commence on Friday 24th February and finish on Saturday 11th March 2023. The training ...

31 Jan 2023 at 12:33

Schools

Laois students encouraged to use freephone helpline for Leaving Cert

The National Parents and Students Leaving Certificate Helpline will operate from Friday, August 23 to Saturday, August 31. The Helpline (1800 265 165) is a free-phone service provided to Leaving Certificate students and their ...

21 Aug 2024 at 09:33

Gambling charity helpline sees highest calls on record in January

A gambling charity has had its highest number of calls for any month on record and said the cost-of-living crisis is causing people to turn to the potentially addictive activity. GamCare said the National Gambling Helpline ...

28 Feb 2023 at 07:11

Charity film urges child sex abuse viewers to stop and contact helpline

A new short film which aims to act as a “wake-up call” to people viewing child sex abuse images online has been released by a charity urging offenders to call its helpline and put a stop to their behaviour. The Lucy ...

26 Apr 2023 at 02:41

Record number of people contacted gambling helpline in 2023 – figures

A record number of people sought help for gambling problems through the national helpline last year, according to new figures. Some 52,370 people called the National Gambling Helpline in 2023 looking for ...

31 Jan 2024 at 00:01

Local News

Waterford suicide and emotional support helpline seeks volunteers to man phones at night

A suicide and emotional support helpline is seeking Waterford volunteers to man the phones at night. Samaritans Waterford and South East posted a call-out on X (formerly Twitter) this week (Thursday ...

14 Apr 2024 at 13:33

Fears for increase in harmful gambling among women as cost of living bites

The rising cost of living is expected to lead to an increase in harmful gambling among women as they try to supplement their household income, a charity has warned. GambleAware said nearly one in ...

22 Sept 2022 at 02:17

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