Explaining the Law Surrounding Sexual Assault and Consent
Simon Harris described issues of consent and sexual violence as ‘a real epidemic in our country,’ while speaking at a meeting with the National Advisory Committee on sexual harassment and…
Possible Implementation of a Gross Negligence Rape Offence in Ireland
Most UCD students are familiar with the animated ‘tea’ consent video, often shown in the first days of orientation to newly accepted students. While consent in concept is as easy…
What We Can Learn From the Belfast Trial
I am not going to discuss the verdict of the Belfast rugby rape trial. A legal decision has been reached in favour of the four accused. However, this article will…
Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri – Awards Season Darling or Controversial Mess?
Director: Martin McDonagh Cast: Frances McDormand, Woody Harrelson, Sam Rockwell, Caleb Landry Jones & Lucas Hedges Martin McDonagh is known for his rather twisted, dark comedy style of film, as…
5 Sexual Assaults and 11 Harassment Cases Reported by Students to UCD Campus Services Since 2014
Five sexual assaults were reported to UCD campus security between 2014 and 2016. Eleven students have also reported instances of harassment to campus services since 2014. An internal campus services…