Number of antisocial behaviour incidents on Irish Rail services increased by 50% last year

In its annual report, Iarnród Éireann said there were 1,523 reportable incidents of antisocial behaviour in 2024, compared to 1,023 the year prior, and just 548 in 2021. File picture: RollingNews.ie

The number of antisocial behaviour incidents reported to Irish Rail increased by almost 50% last year, as the Government says creating a dedicated transport police was an “important priority”.

In its annual report, Iarnród Éireann said there were 1,523 reportable incidents of antisocial behaviour in 2024, compared to 1,023 the year prior, and just 548 in 2021.