Bail for man accused of Leinster House trespass in alleged attempt to remove Palestinian flag

The man has been ordered to stay away from all government buildings during his bail period

Paul Whelan is charged with burglary by trespassing with intent to commit an offence in the garden at Leinster House. Picture: Paddy Cummins

A man arrested for scaling the railings at Leinster House in an alleged attempt to remove the Palestinian flag has been granted bail but ordered to stay away from all government buildings.

The incident happened shortly before 6pm on Tuesday at the Merrion Square side of the complex.