Charles Flanagan (Laois-Offaly, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I assure the Deputy that my officials and I will keep a very close eye on this case and monitor events and developments in respect of it. I condemn attacks on innocent people and any use of force that results in avoidable injuries or death. Once again, I call for an end to attacks and for calm and responsible leadership. Any necessary security measures should be proportionate and restrained. I have stressed the need for a response beyond security measures and for leadership to tackle the underlying issues that might have led people to take actions that are themselves inexcusable. There have been a number of outbreaks of violence, and there will be more unless the underlying issues are tackled.

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