Politics
Ireland needs to ‘wake up’ to threat posed by extremist demonstrations - Ceann Comhairle
Seán Ó Fearghaíl has vowed to protect Irish democracy from ‘hate mongers’
The Ceann Comhairle has pledged to protect Irish democracy from “hate mongers”.
Violent scenes marred the first day back at Leinster House last week following the summer recess.
Gardaí had to move in on Wednesday as demonstrations saw entrances to Leinster House blocked and included a mock gallows featuring ministers and opposition TDs.
The Ceann Comhairle Seán Ó Fearghaíl has met with senior members of An Garda Siochána, but said no conclusions have been reached ...