Woman cross-examined by alleged abuser in court due to legal aid strike

In Ireland, a woman was cross-examined in court by a man alleged to have threatened to kill her, after he failed to secure legal representation due to the ongoing criminal legal aid solicitor's strike. The incident has drawn widespread criticism, highlighting systemic failures in the justice system during the strike. The situation underscores the immediate human impact of the industrial action and raises questions about the adequacy of safeguards for vulnerable witnesses.