Dublin witnessed clashes for a third day on Wednesday, September 15, as protesters opposing a migrant camp clashed with those who support it. Violence erupted between rival groups in the city amid opposing demonstrations. The camp, which houses around 100 asylum seekers in Dublin’s city centre, has been a site of contention in recent weeks … Read more
Top News on Sexual and Domestic Abuse in Ireland 1. A recent report has found that victims of sexual and domestic abuse can feel belittled by social workers. For those searching for support, it’s important to find a service that treats them with the respect and dignity they deserve. 2. Women and children who experience … Read more
Frontline Garda personnel have cautiously welcomed recent comments made by the Policing Authority regarding several significant concerns about the Garda disciplinary process. In its Assessment of Policing Performance 2022, the authority expressed concerns about the potential misuse of discipline as a substitute for managing performance, the lengthy time frame disciplinary processes can take, and the … Read more
Thieves have targeted hardware stores and co-ops in 14 counties in Ireland since December, stealing agricultural and building supplies. The thefts have occurred in Cork, Clare, Dublin, Galway, Kerry, Kildare, Kilkenny, Laois, Limerick, Longford, Louth, Mayo, Meath and Tipperary. Gardaí are investigating multiple reports of agricultural materials being bought with fraudulent cards. Four men are … Read more
Several news outlets have reported on homeless individuals residing in tents in Phoenix Park being asked to leave ahead of the arrival of US President Joe Biden. The park is an iconic location in Dublin and serves as a popular spot for various events and gatherings. However, recent reports suggest that several homeless individuals had … Read more
A man who was arrested in connection with the murder of Eddie Hutch Snr in 2016 has been released without charge. Hutch, a brother of Gerry Hutch, a leading figure in Ireland’s underworld, was shot dead at his Dublin home in February 2016. The killing was linked to a feud between two major Dublin gangs, … Read more
On Monday, September 20th, Irish police seized over €1.3 million worth of cannabis in Dublin and Meath, resulting in two arrests. The seizure was made during a joint operation between An Garda Síochána (the Irish police force) and the Revenue. The operation was focused on disrupting the activities of a criminal gang believed to be … Read more
In a stunning development, a Garda officer is being investigated for allegedly attempting to pervert the course of justice, the High Court has been told. This explosive news has rocked the law enforcement community, casting a shadow on the integrity of the force and raising concerns about the trustworthiness of those who have sworn to … Read more