'Nefarious groups' taking advantage of concerns in East Wall, says minister

Children's Minister Roderic O'Gorman criticised the 'misuse of concerns by certain nefarious groups' when questioned about the East Wall protests. Picture: Leah Farrell/RollingNews.ie

The Children's Minister has said “nefarious groups” are taking advantage of the valid concerns people have in relation to Ukrainians and other people seeking asylum here.

Roderic O'Gorman has said his department is now involved in “extensive engagement” with the community in Dublin's East Wall and will be carrying out leaflet drops in the area from today (wed) after protests were held when a group seeking international protection was moved into the old ESB building.