with Eoin Beatty
In Kildare, Longford & Dublin
There are calls for a greater Garda presence in towns and villages, following a recent spate of violent crimes.
Over the last few days, separate assaults have taken place in Kildare, Longford, and Dublin.
Garda Commissioner Drew Harris has noted additional gardaí are needed to deal with rising demands.
Fine Gael Senator, Regina Doherty, says some parts of the country are being avoided over safety fears:
42 Brazilians, Including 15 Serving Prison Sentences, Deported From Ireland Since June
None of the 42 people had permission to be in the country.
Tusla Asked To Review Closed Child Cases As Minister Seeks Assurances That There Are No Similar Incidents
It comes as Gardaí examine an area of open land near Donabate for the second day, as part of the search for the seven-year-old, who is presumed dead.
ISPCC Appeals For Volunteers Amid Spike In Calls From Children Struggling With Loneliness
The service is appealing for volunteers at units across the country.
Large Group Of FF TDs Criticise Education Minister Over Handling Of Strike Action By School Staff
Helen McEntee is being accused of being hands off, and the Government TDs want her to outline the steps being taken to end the dispute.
Garda Commissioner Considers The Use Of Tasers By Frontline Gardaí
Fromer GAA Manager Jim Gavin And MEP Billy Kelleher Battle To Become FF's Presidential Candidate
Kildare North Fianna Fail TD James Lawless said competition "is good".
Local School Profile: What Happens When The People Who Keep Schools Running Go On Strike
Up to 30 calls a day are going unanswered, payroll has been delayed, and recruitment for a bus escort is on hold due to Garda vetting processing delays.
Kildare TD Martin Heydon To Lead Fine Gael’s Presidential Campaign For Heather Humphreys
The move was confirmed by Tánaiste and party leader Simon Harris.
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