Jennifer Poole
Jennifer Poole was another victim of domestic violence whose tragic death has spurred advocacy for legal reforms in Ireland. The proposed 'Jennie's Law' seeks to create a domestic violence register, ensuring that information about individuals with domestic violence convictions is accessible to the public, thereby enhancing protection for potential victims.
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Jennie’s Law was named in honour of Jennifer Poole, who was killed in 2021 by her former partner.
Dáil summer recess begins with TD urging Mayo to end ‘75-year famine’ in football final – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-07-17
Jennifer Poole was a 24-year-old mother of two who was murdered by her former partner Gavin Murphy in 2021.
The grim pattern of femicide in Ireland – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-11
Jennifer Poole was murdered in 2021 by her former partner who unbeknownst to her had a history of abusive behaviour.
finding the best way to protect women – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-22
Jennifer Poole was murdered by her then partner, Gavin Murphy, in 2021.
Legislation allowing public access to judgments on domestic violence offenders approved – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-21Ms Poole was a 24-year-old mother of two who was murdered by her former partner, Gavin Murphy, in 2021.
Domestic violence perpetrators to be named on new register – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-15
Jennifer Poole was a 24-year-old mother of two who was murdered by her former partner Gavin Murphy in 2021.
Domestic violence disclosure scheme could expose victims to ‘unacceptable’ risk, department finds – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-08
The family of another murder victim, Jennifer Poole, sought legislation for a domestic violence register.
Motion on tackling gender-based violence will not be opposed by Government – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-25
