# military abuse

This year

2023

Gardaí begin investigations into 26 sexual abuse allegations in the Defence Forces

Commissioner Drew Harris encouraged anyone who is a victim of sexual abuse in the Defence Forces to make contact with gardaí.

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Apr 5th 2023, 10:19 AM

President feels sense of 'shame' over abuse probe findings but warns issues extend beyond military

Michael D Higgins welcomed the report and paid tribute to those who came forward to raise their concerns and experiences.

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Mar 31st 2023, 5:43 PM

Ex-army officer tells Dáil of offence culture & need for Chief of staff powers to suspend wrongdoers

Cathal Berry, TD, calls for discipline powers to be given to Chief of Staff to deal with alleged abusers in military.

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Mar 30th 2023, 7:22 PM

DF Chief of Staff: 'Perpetrators of abuse don't belong in our organisation and will be held to account'

A report published yesterday details a raft of structural failures in the organisation.

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Mar 29th 2023, 4:00 PM

An organisation that 'barely tolerates' women: Report details extent of abuse in Defence Forces

The IRG report details a raft of structural failures in the organisation.

The report lays out the finding of the probe and makes a number of recommendations.

It found bullying, discrimination and sexual harassment persists.

Legislative frameworks and HR practices are not fit for purpose and out of date.

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Mar 28th 2023, 3:14 PM