Taoiseach warns of online misinformation fuelling violence

Micheál Martin says calculated online misinformation is escalating tensions, and violence cannot be tackled by justice alone.

Taoiseach Micheál Martin speaking during the British-Irish Council (BIC) summit at the Slieve Donard resort in Co Down. Picture: Liam McBurney/PA Wire

The current level of “calculated” misinformation spread online to incite violence is a real concern, the Taoiseach has said.

Micheál Martin said some people want to exploit any situation or incident to provoke a violent response against others.