Incidents of homophobia during Pride month were carried out by a small minority
Pride organisers say they're blown away by the solidarity shown to the LGBT+ community this year.
Dublin Pride, the national showcase event of Pride month will be held in a virtual setting this weekend.
Andrew Lowth reports:
Incidents of homophobia during Pride month were carried out by a small minority, according to organisers.
Homophobic graffiti was found close to Panti Bar in Dublin, and rainbow flags were burned in Waterford.
CEO of Dublin Pride, Ged Dowling, says it shows why celebrations like Pride are important:

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