Security

A COMPREHENSIVE SERIES OF ARTICLES ON THIS TOPIC

'Ireland needs military-grade drones to fend off bombardment of drugs by cocaine cartels' 
'Ireland needs military-grade drones to fend off bombardment of drugs by cocaine cartels' 
In the wake of the Broadstrand drugs seizure and convictions following the MV Matthew case, security sources say Ireland must up its game to tackle drug trafficking

Mon, 07 Jul, 2025

'Ireland needs fresh strategy to protect its extensive maritime area' 
'Ireland needs fresh strategy to protect its extensive maritime area' 
Valentia Island symposium highlighted some of the challenges — not least that Ireland's maritime area is seven times the size of its landmass 

Mon, 26 May, 2025

Ireland's first national security watchdog begins his term in office
Ireland's first national security watchdog begins his term in office
As the Independent Examiner of Security Legislation, former Court of Appeal president George Birmingham will have a budget this year of €1.55m to fulfil a wide range of responsibilities 

Thu, 10 Apr, 2025

'Storm Éowyn should warn us about threat to Ireland's gas pipelines and electric cables'
'Storm Éowyn should warn us about threat to Ireland's gas pipelines and electric cables'
The warning came ahead of Monday's special report in the 'Irish Examiner' about threats to Ireland's subsea cables and pipelines

Mon, 07 Apr, 2025

EU must rearm Ukraine and apply ‘maximum pressure’ to Russia, says Finland
EU must rearm Ukraine and apply ‘maximum pressure’ to Russia, says Finland
Finland’s president has called for the rearming of Ukraine and putting “maximum pressure on Russia” through sanctions and asset freezes in the run-up to possible negotiations sought by the US on ending the war.

Sun, 16 Feb, 2025

Zelenskyy says time has come for creation of ‘armed forces of Europe’
Zelenskyy says time has come for creation of ‘armed forces of Europe’
Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the time has come for the creation of an “armed forces of Europe”, and says his country’s fight against Russia has proved that a foundation for it already exists.

Sat, 15 Feb, 2025

German chancellor hits back at US accusations at security conference
German chancellor hits back at US accusations at security conference
German chancellor Olaf Scholz has defended his stance against the far-right, and said his country will not accept people who “intervene in our democracy”.

Sat, 15 Feb, 2025

MICHEAL MARTIN
Micheál Martin: Irish defence spending will have to rise amid escalating security threats
In his first sit-down interview since becoming Taoiseach, Mr Martin said Ireland is 'blissfully unaware' of the threat posed by Russia and the fear it is provoking in our partner countries across a swathe of Europe 

Fri, 07 Feb, 2025

Many EU nations in 'full war preparation mode', raising pressure on Irish neutrality
Many EU nations in 'full war preparation mode', raising pressure on Irish neutrality
Figures published last month in the Irish Examiner showed that Ireland remains stuck at the bottom of the EU table for defence spending — just 0.2% of GDP

Wed, 29 Jan, 2025

Joe Biden
Biden backs memo aimed at helping Trump on China, Iran, North Korea and Russia
US President has approved a new national security memorandum that is meant to serve as a roadmap for the incoming Trump administration as it looks to counter growing co-operation among China, Iran, North Korea and Russia, the White House said.

Wed, 11 Dec, 2024

Trump asks war veteran Mike Waltz to be his national security adviser
Trump asks war veteran Mike Waltz to be his national security adviser
President-elect Donald Trump has asked Michael Waltz, a retired Army National Guard officer and war veteran, to be his national security adviser, a person familiar with the matter said.

Tue, 12 Nov, 2024

Rehearsal of Russian Navy Day parade in Kronshtadt
Russian navy expected to sail into Irish waters again this month
Military sources say Russian ships will again put on a show of strength in the North Atlantic — while also mapping critical undersea data cables

Sat, 07 Sep, 2024

Digital security
Ireland's cybersecurity body to get power to scan the networks of State institutions
Draft law proposes to grant National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) the power to actively scan the networks of critical online organisations including State bodies

Sat, 31 Aug, 2024

Technology Stock - Social Media
TDs and ministers targeted for intimidation after far-right agitators leak home addresses
Garda chief Drew Harris has told Justice Minister Helen McEntee that the threat of an attack by a far-right extremist is now considered substantial

Mon, 19 Aug, 2024

Fresh calls for dedicated transport police as Bus Éireann and Irish Rail reveal €9m security spend
Fresh calls for dedicated transport police as Bus Éireann and Irish Rail reveal €9m security spend
The calls come in light of an incident in Cork where a man allegedly forced his way onto a bus and threatened to cut the driver’s throat

Mon, 19 Aug, 2024

Over €10m spent on private security for social welfare offices since 2021
Over €10m spent on private security for social welfare offices since 2021
The Department of Social Protection's contract with Sar Security covers the provision of static security guard coverage and mobile security services

Mon, 15 Jul, 2024

Businessman using laptop computer in the office
Email fraud cost Irish SMEs nearly €10m last year
FraudSMART says the total scammed from small to medium-sized firms increased by 23.8% year-on-year during 2023

Fri, 12 Jul, 2024

Germany Russia Ukraine War Gas
Security experts welcome Dáil vote for Irish military involvement in EU seabed protection
2022 Nord Stream pipeline attacks and recent Russian exercises off Ireland's south coast cited as Critical Seabed Infrastructure Protection project sees EU states co-operate to protect infrastructure such as data cables

Fri, 05 Jul, 2024

Ireland stock
Taoiseach says parties should discuss Leinster House security in wake of suspension of usher
Simon Harris told a private FG meeting there ought to be a discussion about the safety of Oireachtas members and staff and their families

Wed, 03 Jul, 2024

Graduation Ceremony, Garda College, Templemore
An Garda Síochána remains under strength despite arrival of new recruits
The number of gardaí at the end of May stood at 13,982, less than at the end of December — despite 166 new recruits joining from Templemore Garda College last March

Mon, 01 Jul, 2024

Irish navy is now at two thirds of its full strength 
Irish navy is now at two thirds of its full strength 
Naval Service should have a minimum of 1,094 personnel but Department of Defence has confirmed it only has 718 whole-time equivalents

Sun, 23 Jun, 2024

Letters to the Editor: GDPR and red tape are slowing down criminal investigations
Letters to the Editor: GDPR and red tape are slowing down criminal investigations
GDPR is forcing investigators to seek Section 10 warrants for minor matters, writes former Garda sergeant Christy Galligan

Fri, 14 Jun, 2024

Defence Forces deployment in Kosovo set to be extended for further year
Defence Forces deployment in Kosovo set to be extended for further year
Defence Minister Micheál Martin is also seeking approval for troops to be trained to monitor undersea cables

Tue, 11 Jun, 2024

Budget 2022
Minister seeks views on subsea cables as demand for internet connectivity soars
Ireland plans to become a ‘key international connectivity hub’

Mon, 03 Jun, 2024

Helen McEntee: Gardaí will not use body cameras for live surveillance
Helen McEntee: Gardaí will not use body cameras for live surveillance
Gardaí in Dublin begin pilot phase of bodyworn cameras, to be followed shortly by their colleagues in Waterford and Limerick

Fri, 31 May, 2024

2024 Cross Border Police Conference on Organised & Serious Crime
Gardaí fear right-wing threats to politicians’ safety 
Irish security services have concerns for the physical safety of politicians, especially during the forthcoming local and European Parliament elections

Tue, 07 May, 2024

Letters to the Editor: Ireland needs a dedicated defence minister
Letters to the Editor: Ireland needs a dedicated defence minister
Readers address issues regarding Ireland's Defence Forces including analysis by Defence Correspondent Cormac O'Keeffe 

Sat, 20 Apr, 2024

Flags of Israel and Palestine behind the barbed wire
'Israel could stop sharing intelligence with Ireland if it recognises Palestine as a state'
Security sources warn that Israel could withdraw security co-operation as states including Ireland move closer to formally recognising Palestinian statehood

Sat, 13 Apr, 2024

Amid attempts to land drugs on Irish coast, Naval Service can still only deploy one ship
Amid attempts to land drugs on Irish coast, Naval Service can still only deploy one ship
Lack of operational vessels is limiting the navy's patrols in Irish waters, and curtails the effect of improved Defence Forces pay

Sat, 16 Mar, 2024

Russia Daily Life
DFA monitoring situation in Moscow after report of 'imminent' terror threat there
A spokesperson said that the DFA continues to strongly advise against 'all travel to the Russian Federation'

Fri, 08 Mar, 2024

Depressed Young Caucasian Man Holding Prescription Medication
Letters to the Editor: Be aware of the symptoms of eating disorders
Ahead of Eating Disorders Awareness Week, a reader urges people to learn from his experience, while others consider topics including defence, transport, and the North's relationship with Britain

Tue, 20 Feb, 2024

Review group rejects proposal to end prosecution role of gardaí
Review group rejects proposal to end prosecution role of gardaí
Government had agreed in principle to the proposal by the Commission on the Future of Policing in Ireland  — but now a high-level review group has rejected the proposal

Wed, 07 Feb, 2024

Ex-Policing Commission member raises concerns over Ireland's new security oversight chief
Ex-Policing Commission member raises concerns over Ireland's new security oversight chief
University of Galway law professor queries the powers and appointment process of the new post

Sat, 03 Feb, 2024

FILE PHOTO Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs Micheál Martin TD has announced the Government will initiate an inter-State
Tánaiste says comments by Netanyahu 'unacceptable' after he rejected idea of a future Palestinian state
Mr Martin told meeting of EU foreign ministers in Brussels 'there is no excuse' for delays in getting humanitarian aid into Gaza

Mon, 22 Jan, 2024

Seán O'Riordan: Defence Forces may be on the brink of resolving its recruitment crisis 
Seán O'Riordan: Defence Forces may be on the brink of resolving its recruitment crisis 
Ireland’s armed forces have been hamstrung by a shortage of staff but a big increase in salaries —along with subsidies on food and accommodation which cost recruits only €44 a week — is boosting recruitment

Wed, 10 Jan, 2024

Londonderry unrest
No security-related deaths in NI for first time since records began, says PSNI
The bulletin said there were 33 shooting incidents during 2023, compared with 29 in the previous 12 months.

Fri, 05 Jan, 2024

Dublin city centre incident
Irish Examiner view: Short-term over-reaction to Dublin riots could be as bad as inaction
From facial recognition technology to water cannon — we need to ensure our security response to the riots is proportionate, and will work for the benefit of all in the longer term

Thu, 30 Nov, 2023

Private security industry posted record turnover of €963m last year, according to PSA
Private security industry posted record turnover of €963m last year, according to PSA
The Private Security Authority reports a 7% rise in turnover, with more than half of it earned for the provision of 27,300 private security guards

Mon, 20 Nov, 2023

Irish Examiner view: Micheál Martin's delicate balancing act
Irish Examiner view: Micheál Martin's delicate balancing act
Tánaiste Micheál Martin must achieve a balance between polite diplomacy and speaking truth to power on his State visit to China

Tue, 07 Nov, 2023

Irish cybersecurity chief warns of link between cyberattacks and disinformation campaigns
Irish cybersecurity chief warns of link between cyberattacks and disinformation campaigns
The NCSC is involved in combating disinformation campaigns from abroad

Mon, 06 Nov, 2023

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Cybersecurity chief says Ireland is under attack right now
Richard Browne tells Cormac O’Keeffe the National Cyber Security Centre is growing to face down the threat from hostile states and cybercriminals, often using artificial intelligence

Mon, 06 Nov, 2023

Irish Budget
Varadkar to raise climate change and global security with South Korean president
Series of meetings will be held to open up new trade, investment and education links between countries

Wed, 01 Nov, 2023

High angle view of businessman counting money
Letters to the Editor: Women pay a price for the ‘pink tax’
One reader suggests something be done about the difference in price between similar products marketed differently to men and women while others discuss the ongoing bombardment of Gaza, and the lack of bins in Clonakilty town

Thu, 26 Oct, 2023

Consultative Forum on International Security Policy
Security forum chair says neutrality ‘not necessary’ for Ireland’s reputation
The final report on the Government’s major security conference has said that Ireland’s neutrality is “neither a necessary nor a sufficient condition” for Ireland’s standing as a force for good in international affairs.

Tue, 17 Oct, 2023

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