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No conspiracy behind Ireland’s new hate speech laws, says justice minister

Simon Harris rejected criticisms of the Bill from the likes of Donald Trump Jnr and Elon Musk.

The Independent UK · May 5, 2023

New AI speed cameras being considered by Gardai

The advanced cameras would help gardaí to catch people unawares on their mobile phones or not wearing seatbelts

Dublin Live · Apr 26, 2023

Ireland AI speed cameras in the works, with new tech cracking down on even more motoring offences

The advanced cameras would help gardaí to catch people unawares on their mobile phones or not wearing seatbelts, even if they are not caught directly on camera

Irish Mirror · Apr 26, 2023

Kevin Sheehy's mum slams UK prison move for 'demon' who killed her son

“He was such a lovely person, a lovely human being and he had his whole life ahead of him"

Irish Mirror · Apr 23, 2023

Minister for Justice responds as GSOC officer resigns after attending house party with Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch

The officer is alleged to have attended a party with The Monk - in what has been viewed as a massive conflict of interest

Dublin Live · Apr 22, 2023

Murderer who killed champion Irish boxer moved to UK prison over 'fears for his safety'

Logan Jackson, who was jailed for life after repeatedly running over 20-year-old Kevin Sheehy with his 4x4 Jeep, has been transferred from Limerick to a prison in England

Daily Mirror · Apr 22, 2023

Minister for Justice breaks silence as GSOC officer resigns after attending house party with Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch

Sources say the officer was even searched and had their official phone taken from them during the week, as GSOC launched a probe.

Irish Mirror · Apr 22, 2023

Nearly 1,400 people refused entry to Ireland so far this year

A person can be turned away for a number of reasons, including if they are not in a position to support themselves, if they intend to take up employment but do not have a valid employment permit, if they pose a threat to national security or if they have spent…

Irish Mirror · Apr 21, 2023

Seven criminals who escaped Irish 'open' prisons have yet to be recaptured

Loughan House in Co Cavan and Shelton Abbey in Co Wicklow usually accommodate prisoners who are considered to pose a reduced risk to the public or are preparing for release towards the end of their sentences.

Irish Mirror · Apr 21, 2023

New Cherry Orchard Implementation Board set up after surge in anti-social behaviour and attacks

It has been set up in the wake of several violent incidents in the area in recent months

Dublin Live · Apr 19, 2023