Confidential Contact To Be Appointed To Help Defence Forces Members Who Report Bullying & Sexual Harassment.

Wednesday, 6 October 2021 09:17

It follows allegations made by a group called 'Women of Honour'

A confidential contact is being appointed to help members of the Defence Forces who make allegations of bullying and sexual harassment.

The person will be from outside the Defence Forces, to act independently when complaints are made.

It follows allegations made by a group called 'Women of Honour' of rape, sexual harrassment and bullying within the Defence Forces.

Defence Minister Simon Coveney says he will address the problem

Making the Defence Forces safe for the women coming behind them in uniform was a key reason the #WomenofHonour bravely broke their silence. What an impact they have had already. 👏👏👏 https://t.co/kCaxRleRTK
— Katie Hannon (@KatieGHannon) October 6, 2021

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