Tánaiste: Ripping up LGBTQ+ books is 'vigilantism' which must stop

The Fórsa solidarity rally in support of Cork City Library staff making its way to Cork City Hall from Grand Parade last Friday. Picture: Denis Minihane

The Tánaiste has urged vigilantes who enter libraries to rip up books with LGBTQ+ references to stop such "outrageous" behaviour, which he branded a criminal act.

Last week, 500 people gathered at a solidarity protest in support of workers in Cork City Library. The workers say they have been intimidated and harassed by protesters who are opposed to LGBTQ+ reading materials being on the shelves.