A new pilot programme is providing training to hair and beauty professionals to help them recognise signs of domestic violence.
The specialist training is being offered to salon staff in Sligo and Leitrim.
It’s hoped the course will deepen people’s awareness of the signs of someone being affected by abuse.
Dr Caroline Forde from the Domestic Violence Advocacy Service, says hairdressers and beauticians will be fully informed of specialist support services available to victims:
