Politics

Leo Varadkar says ‘positive feelings’ needed to counter far-right hate

The Taoiseach said that actions are being taken to combat hate groups travelling around the country to protest

Leo Varadkar: “The best way to counter hate is with facts and positive feeling and reassurance.” PIcture: PA

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said a “number of actions” are being taken to combat far-right groups travelling around the country, following recent protests around refugee accommodation.

In Dublin, makeshift camps for homeless migrants were targeted in two protests last Friday and Saturday.

Tents used by some of the migrants were later dismantled and set alight on Friday night.

Gardai have responded to 125 anti-migration protests in Dublin so far this year, according to Minister for ...