Rival rallies on transgender rights take place in Dublin

Gardaí separate counter-protesters at the Let Women Speak rally at Merrion Square in Dublin. Picture: Niall Carson/PA Wire

Hundreds of campaigners took part in rallies on opposing sides of the transgender debate in Dublin on Saturday.

A large garda presence was visible in and around Merrion Square for the two events and metal barriers were erected to create a space between the rival demonstrations.