Terrorism laws will give gardaí 'ability to respond to domestic and cross-border threats'

As well giving gardaí further abilities, the department has indicated it will facilitate Irish participation in enhanced counter-terrorism networks across Europe. File Picture: Colin Keegan, Collins Dublin

New laws aimed at combatting terrorism will be brought to Cabinet on Tuesday that will give An Garda Síochána the ability to “respond to both domestic and cross-border terrorist threats”.

The minister for justice, Jim O’Callaghan, will seek approval from ministers for the new Terrorist Offences Bill, allowing for the prosecution of a broader range of terrorist activities.