Shocking rise in number of assaults - Racism in Ireland

RACISM is a subject that makes many people in Ireland uncomfortable and embarrassed as a subject for discussion. It is far too often ignored or dismissed as not being present here in any significant manner.

But the reality is that our traditional Céad Míle Fáilte welcome is not experienced by everyone who arrives on our shores, especially those who are visibly different from the majority of the Irish population.

A report reveals the shocking reality of everyday racism in Ireland.