Justice minister urged to resource gardaí in fight against rural crime

The Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers’ Association has urged Justice Minister Frances Fitzgerald to ensure that adequate resources are made available to the gardaí to combat crime in rural areas.
Justice minister urged to resource gardaí in fight against rural crime

Rural Development Committee chairman, Billy Gray said there had been a notable increase in complaints from members.

These relate to property being stolen and farmers experiencing aggressive and intimidating behaviour from unwanted visitors.

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