Does Jennie’s Law Go Far Enough? Episode 553

On today’s show, Niall looks at the Government’s latest move to combat domestic violence — “Jennie’s Law.”

Minister for Justice Jim O’Callaghan is set to bring the proposal before Cabinet, which would create a Domestic Violence Register — publicly naming those convicted of domestic abuse against a partner or former partner.

The law is named after Jennifer Poole, who was brutally murdered by her ex-partner Gavin Murphy in 2021. Her brother Jason Poole has campaigned tirelessly for greater transparency and protection for victims, and today, that fight has reached the Cabinet table.

But is the law strong enough?
Some campaigners say it doesn’t go far enough — arguing the register should also include people who have had protection orders taken out against them, or those accused but not convicted, since so many abusers never face trial.

Niall wants to hear from you:
📞 Should Jennie’s Law go further?
📞 Or does public naming risk punishing the innocent?

Join the debate — your call could shape the conversation on one of Ireland’s most emotional and urgent justice issues.