Student leaders warn of militant action over fees

STUDENT leaders have warned about the threat of militant action by protesters against the Government’s plans to re-introduce third-level fees.

The Union of Students in Ireland (USI) also predicted that unemployment rates could soar, if the measure is implemented, as it would force an extra 15,000 people onto a tightening labour market.

USI president Colm Jordan said he had written to the Garda Commissioner to say the union could not be responsible for any action taken by students if Education Minister Noel Dempsey pressed ahead with proposals to bring back university fees.