Politics

TDs expresses concern about aggression toward politicians outside Leinster House

Politicians say Ireland is not immune from attacks and they need protection

TDs have expressed fresh concern about aggressive haranguing of politicians outside Leinster House, saying it must be rooted out.

A spate of attacks on politicians has led to a review of security for Cabinet ministers and junior ministers who now all have Garda protection drivers.

Ceann Comhairle Sean O Fearghail has also spearheaded moves to fund TDs to allow them install security measures to ensure their protection.

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