EPISODE · May 14, 2026 · 7 MIN
Calls for Irish Law Reform to recognise Pet Abuse as a form of Coercive Control
from The Hard Shoulder
The Domestic Violence Charity, Sonas, is calling on the Government to amend Irish domestic violence legislation to explicitly recognise pet abuse as a distinct form of coercive control within abusive relationships. According to Sonas, concerns about pets are a significant barrier preventing some women from leaving abusive homes…Joining Ciara to discuss this is Fiona O’Malley, CEO of Sonas.
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