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Government to discuss use of force by Gardaí in Public Order incidents
It's understood Helen McEntee also wants the review to look at the role of social media and the changing environment post Covid.
Nov 28, 2023 10:03
Longford man in connection with Dublin city riots has appeared in court
The 24 year old was one of two charged with possession of a knife under the Firearms and Offensives Weapons Act 1990.
Nov 25, 2023 09:17
Sinn Fein Leader states no confidence in Justice Minister or Garda Commissioner following Dublin violence
A five year old Girl, injured along with two other children and two adults, remains in critical condition today.
Nov 24, 2023 16:42
Immigrants unfairly blamed for rise in crime - Local migrants rights CEO
John Lannon made the comments following the violence that broke out in Dublin yesterday evening.
Nov 24, 2023 16:16
Local TD calls for Dáil suspension to discuss Dublin riots
The events followed a violent attack on schoolchildren in the Parnell Square Area in which 3 children and a carer were injured, 2 seriously.
Nov 24, 2023 12:43
Riot police deployed in Dublin as Garda cars, Luas and Dublin Bus set alight
Fireworks are also being set off and a number of Gardaí have been attacked.
Nov 23, 2023 20:12
Continued unrest in Belfast overnight as water cannons deployed
Those involved in the disorder were warned by police to disperse immediately or the water cannon would be used - something that hasn't been done in six years in Northern Ireland.
Apr 9, 2021 08:14
Further violence erupts overnight in Northern Ireland
An emergency debate will be held at Stormont later in a bid to crack down on the recent violence which has erupted in loyalist parts of Northern Ireland.
Apr 8, 2021 07:51Shannonside Newsletter
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