McEntee seeks approval for laws to ban wearing of face masks at protests

Justice Minister Helen McEntee said there have been a 'small number of people' engaging in violent disorder at protests while covering their faces, leading her  to consider the new legislation.

The right to protest is a cornerstone of Irish democracy but people should not have the right to “instill fear or intimidate” others, Justice Minister Helen McEntee has said.

Ms McEntee was speaking as she prepares to seek Cabinet approval for new laws that would ban the wearing of face masks at protests.