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Annual calls to National Rape Crisis Helpline pass 20,000 for first time

Calls to National Rape Crisis Helpline 24-hour helpline surpassed the 20,000 mark for the first t...

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16.54 29 May 2025


Annual calls to National Rape Crisis Helpline pass 20,000 for first time


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Calls to National Rape Crisis Helpline 24-hour helpline surpassed the 20,000 mark for the first time last year…

A record-high of 22,700 calls were logged, which is an increase of 20% compared to the previous year, of those seeking support for sexual violence across the country.

The figures are contained in the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre’s annual report for 2024 and Chief Executive of the DRCC, Rachel Morrogh joins Kieran to discuss.

1800 77 88 88 - 24-hour National Rape Crisis Helpline


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