2 w. ago Threats to politicians: Enforce existing laws before considering new ones, says Tánaiste

Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy said she would like to see new laws to address fake profiles on social media, but Harris said existing laws should be implemented.

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2 w. ago Threats to politicians ‘a phenomenon’ that can no longer be ignored, says Verona Murphy

Ceann Comhairle rejects idea that tackling issue could prove contentious, given protections for free speech

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2 w. ago Verona Murphy urges action on fake social media accounts and false narratives

The Ceann Comhairle highlighted increasing number of threats to elected representatives, but said all in Irish society are affected.

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2 w. ago TDs write to Ceann Comhairle to ask that Danny Healy Rae withdraw remarks about autism

The comments from Healy Rae have also been criticised as “unhelpful” and “misinformed” by the autism charity AsIAm.

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2 w. ago PSNI ‘planning proportionate response’ to threat of multiple anti

PSNI ‘planning proportionate response’ to threat of multiple anti-immigration protests across NI tonight  Belfast Telegraph

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2 w. ago Ceann Comhairle seeks legislative response to threats against politicians

Verona Murphy said she was concerned about an environment of ‘unsavoury discourse’ and ‘unhealthy narratives’ against politicians.

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2 w. ago Dáil live updates: Ceann Comhairle warns over ‘alarming rise in serious threats’ made to politicians

Independent Ireland requests minute’s silence for Charlie Kirk as Dáil returns amid tight security

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2 w. ago 'Can no longer be ignored': Call to action from Ceann Comhairle over threats against politicians

Verona Murphy has called for a meeting with all party leaders over threats and abuse made against politicians.

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2 w. ago Ceann Comhairle calls for legislative response to threats against politicians

Verona Murphy has called for a meeting with all party leaders over threats and abuse made against politicians.

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