Candidates get safety advice after attacks in run-up to election

Candidates have received advice on how to handle situations and escalate their concerns if they are accosted while out canvassing ahead of the June 7 elections.

Election candidates have been warned to take extra security precautions amid rising concerns about aggressive or violent confrontations on the canvass trail.

Minister for Integration Roderic O’Gorman has confirmed the Green Party has given specific security and safety advice to its candidates, with guidance on how to handle situations and escalate their concerns if they are accosted while out knocking on doors.