Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 10 June 2026
169. Deputy Shónagh Ní Raghallaigh asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the number of domestic violence incidents reported to An Garda Síochána in each of the past five years; the number that resulted in criminal proceedings; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44273/26]
View answerCombatting all forms of domestic, sexual and gender-based violence, and ensuring that victims and survivors are fully supported, remain absolute priorities for this Government. These commitments underpin the Third National Strategy on DSGBV and a key element of achieving the Strategy’s aims is through robust legislation.
An Garda Síochána prioritise and proactively respond to reported incidents of domestic abuse, including cases of coercive control. The nationwide roll out of Divisional Protective Service Units (DPSUs) ensures that when victims of crimes such as domestic abuse and sexual violence present to Gardaí, they are met with a consistently high standard of specialist, sensitive, professional and expert assistance.
An Garda Síochána have advised that the attached tables break down the number of domestic abuse incidents reported as well as the number of charges and summons arising out of domestic abuse incidents in each of the part five years including Q1 of 2026.
