A Local Authority has passed a motion calling for better state funded psychological supports be put in place for victims of crime post-trial.
The motion was raised by Fine Gael's TP O'Reilly, who says victims are too often "left to their own devices" following the trial.
At a recent County Council meeting, he said it's "vital" that victims get support in cases of domestic and sexual abuse.
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He added that while supports are given to the criminal, the "victim is sometimes forgotten about".
The Fine Gael councillor told Shannonside Northern Sound that supports for victims post-trial need to be enhanced:
