Almost two-thirds of local councillors experience threats, intimidation, or harassment, survey finds

Councillors reported threats of violence, damage to property, death threats, arson, and even threats of sexual violence

More than 38% encountered threats via social media, while almost 33% faced threats in face-to-face encounters.

More than 60% of local councillors say they have experienced threats, intimidation, or harassment between April 2021 and September 2023.

The national representative body for councillors, the Association of Irish Local Government (AILG), has released the findings of its latest survey, shedding light on the prevalence of abuse, threats, and public intimidation experienced by councillors across Ireland.