A Belfast solicitor has helped to develop a free domestic and sexual violence app launched today by the Belfast Area Domestic & Sexual Violence and Abuse Partnership.

Haven: Belfast, launched in conjunction with the PSCPS and Belfast Health & Social Care Trust, is designed for people experiencing domestic and/or sexual violence within an intimate partner relationship as well as various professionals who may come into contact with domestic abuse in the course of their work.

Karen Connolly of Francis Hanna & Co Solicitors was involved in the Partnership’s working group for developing the app.

Ms Connolly told Irish Legal News: “It has been a pleasure working with the Partnership on the development of Haven:Belfast.

“The app provides an array of material on domestic violence, to include useful information on how to recognise the warning signs of an abusive relationship and where to go for support.

“There is information contained within the app of the various legal remedies a person has for gaining protection from an abusive relationship.

“It will hopefully act as a useful tool for clients and legal professionals alike in tackling domestic abuse within our society.”

The Partnership comprises agencies, organisations, groups and individuals, including members of the legal profession, with an interest in improving services and support for victims of domestic violence.