Volatile scenes as government pursue unpopular immigration policy
Gardaí advance on and pepper spray protesters opposing an IPAS centre in Newtownmountkennedy in clashes last night. Gript captured front line images.
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Newtownmountkennedy as a local protest opposed to immigration centre clash with gardaí, pepper spray
Chaotic scenes at Newtownmountkennedy tonight as a local protest opposed to immigration centre clashed with gardaí who deploy riot shields and pepper spray
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Gript journalist pepper-sprayed by Gardaí
Gript Media reporter Fatima Gunning was pepper-sprayed this evening by a member of An Garda Siochána in Newtown Mount Kennedy, despite having repeatedly and audibly identified herself as a working journalist.
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Harris says he hasn’t seen viral McEntee grilling
Asked about Michael McNamara's viral exchange with Helen McEntee this week, Taoiseach Simon Harris said he hasn't seen the Committee debate. He also said that Ireland would have to significantly improve asylum processing times by 2026 when the EU Migration Pact comes into force.
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"A political revolution": Niall Boylan running as MEP
As radio presenter Niall Boylan launches his election campaign with the Independent Ireland Party today, Fine Gael TD Ciaran Cannon has accused him of being "polarising".
Boylan responded: "I'll give him a hug if he needs it."
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Packed meeting hears local concerns over 3 IPAS centres in rural Wicklow
Wicklow Cllrs. say politicians are "running for the hills" to avoid having to face local concerns over IPAS centres in the garden county as key figures enjoy the financial benefit of the asylum crisis.
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The referendums’ immigration impact: did Irish politicians lie?
While Irish politicians were telling the public that it was a "red herring" to suggest the recent referendums may impact on immigration, FOI emails tell a very different story.
“These people can never talk about the dangers of misinformation ever again," says Ben Scallan
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McEntee asked about "drill" music in the context of knife-crime
"There has always been music that is quite violent in its language": During a press event on knife crime, Justice Minister Helen McEntee is asked if she is aware of the impact of violent "drill" music in the UK and its rise in Ireland.
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Is the Government "at war with the people" on immigration?
"When we're talking about a human-centred approach, we're not actually centering Irish people in Irish communities" - Gript Editor John McGuirk discusses whether the Government is "at war" with people on immigration.
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McEntee pressed on violent biological males in womens' prisons
"Is this not a ridiculous situation?": Justice Minister Helen McEntee is asked whether it makes sense for violent biological males who have threatened to attack women to be able to identify as women under Irish law.
Question by Ben Scallan.
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Protesters clashed with Gardaí at site of IPAS development in Newtownmountkennedy
Female protester says she was "manhandled" and "pushed" by Garda public order unit at 'Newtownmountkennedy Says No' protest.
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Harris 'pleased' to re-appoint McEntee as Justice Minister
Taoiseach Simon Harris says that while his re-appointment of Helen McEntee as Justice Minister may have surprised some, it "didn't come as a surprise" to him, adding that he was "pleased" to return McEntee to the job.
Question by Ben Scallan.
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Report from 24/7 protest at Newtownmountkennedy IPAS site
Protesters at IPAS site in Newtownmountkennedy say an alleged arson attempt is "playing perfectly into IPAS's hands" as large numbers of Gardaí are now patrolling the protest.
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Sinn Féin has ALWAYS been out of touch on immigration
Sinn Féin is complaining that “nasty actors” online are saying they support open borders.
To help explain why people are saying this, Ben Scallan takes a deep dive into their immigration policies going back decades.
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Standalone state asylum body will be the “Irish Water” of immigration
“You can throw money at a problem and not achieve anything."
Michael McNamara TD says a dedicated asylum body would be the “Irish Water" of immigration: "a big unaccountable body that fails miserably."
"If you want to get thousands onto the streets that's a good way to start."
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“Horrified” Fianna Fáil TD regrets voting for hate speech bill
“The hate speech bill was rushed through the Dáil. I certainly didn’t pay sufficient attention to it…but when I read it I was absolutely horrified."
Fianna Fáil TD Willie O’Dea wasn't aware what was in the hate speech bill he voted for, and says he now regrets supporting it.
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Ex FF members say "everybody" in area "accused" of setting fire to Galway asylum centre
Former Fianna Fáil members say it was "untenable" to deal with the party anymore as it is "completely detached" from "ordinary people" and that "minority" voices are being heard over the needs of ordinary voters.
Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/5bikLFxiwqE
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Sinn Féin backpedals on hate speech bill as poll numbers decline
"You could theoretically be found guilty of a criminal offence and jailed if you criticise an illegal immigrant - that was Sinn Féin’s contribution to this legislation": Ben Scallan goes over Sinn Féin's proposed amendments to the hate speech bill, with commentary.
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Case of Sean Meehan against Tipperary County Council adjourned to 6th of June
Council are "sticking to their guns" says Sean Meehan who was ordered to remove his caravan off his land by Tipperary County Council or face jail.
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Galway Councillor leaves Fianna Fáil: "They've become totally detached"
"I really saw what I would describe as the 'dark side' of my own party members - in particular Micheál Martin."
Galway Councillor Noel Thomas speaks to Ben Scallan about his decision to leave Fianna Fáil, claiming that all main parties have become "totally detached."
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OBGYN says ultrasound before abortion pills is "paramount" after woman almost dies
Medics call on the government to amend abortion policy to ensure ultrasounds are provided to women seeking termination in order to rule out ectopic pregnancy after a woman in Limerick almost died.
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O'Gorman asked about infamous tweets in 8 languages
"I didn't tweet in the way that you say": Roderic O'Gorman previously shared a document in 8 languages saying Ireland would provide own-door accommodation for asylum seekers. Ben Scallan asks if this was a pull factor that contributed to the subsequent asylum seeker influx.
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McEntee claims Ireland has no incitement to violence legislation
Defending her hate speech bill, Justice Minister Helen McEntee repeatedly claimed that Ireland currently has no laws prohibiting incitement to violence.
Ben Scallan asks if this means it's currently legal in Ireland to call for violence against individuals and groups.
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Dublin woman fights to get care home placement and funding for 85-year-old mum
Daughter asks why the government has '100s of millions' to spend on health but 'nothing' for her 85-year-old mum who is suffering with dementia.
The HSE said they 'do not comment on individual cases'. Bloomfield and St. James' Hospital didn't respond.
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"A very poor Minister": Micheál Martin on Simon Harris in 2019
"I don't think [Simon Harris is] an effective Minister. I think he's been a very poor Minister."
"[His] management skills...are sadly lacking."
"[His] failings in health are many and well-documented."
What did Simon Harris' FF/GP colleagues say about him in years prior?
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