Paramilitaries threaten British army recruits

Irish people considering joining the British army have been warned by paramilitaries that they would be “regarded as legitimate targets”.

Fianna Fáil justice spokesman and Limerick TD Niall Collins yesterday demanded immediate Government action on the threat made at a weekend paramilitary gathering in Limerick

Mr Collins said the latest public display of men in paramilitary uniforms was a disgrace and must be dealt with.