Safety

Halloween

SELF

Double check children’s costumes are safe this Halloween

Halloween is a night of delightfully creepy fun and games for children of all ages, but let's not…

By Jennifer McShane

Sabina Nessa

AGENDA

The conversations around Sarah Everard and now Sabina Nessa’s murders are familiar, frustrating and frightening

Every woman you know has walked home scared. We are tired of feeling unsafe, objectified and dehumanised. Here we…

By Dominique McMullan

EDITORIAL

Coronavirus restrictions: ‘My home isn’t a safe space for me. I’m struggling’

It's the most basic virus-fighting directive: stay at home. But what if that space isn't safe? Amanda Cassidy…

By Amanda Cassidy

burglary season

EDITORIAL

It’s officially peak burglary season – here are 4 things to know

Almost half of all burglary-related insurance claims occur between October and January. Here are some easy ways to…

By Grace McGettigan

Water

EDITORIAL

Public urged to be vigilant near water after 14-year-old girl tragically drowns in Louth

There was a swimming tragedy in Louth yesterday, after a young girl drowned while out on a beach…

By Jennifer McShane

EDITORIAL

Running and safety: the reality of being a female runner

Hannah Hillyer is training for her first marathon this year- even though she hasn’t got a ticket yet…

By Hannah Hillyer

Cyclists

EDITORIAL

Calling all cyclists: there’s a nifty new gadget in town

Cycling is brilliant until you make plans for after work and have to lug a helmet everywhere. Helmets…

By Grace McGettigan