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10/12/2014
Dublin Prepares For Water Protests
Thousands of people are protesting in Dublin today against the introduction of water charges in Ireland.
Traffic restrictions have been announced in the city centre ahead of the demonstration, with protestors expected to arrive from across the country including Cork, Waterford, Galway and Limerick.
The protests have been organised following widespread anger at the introduction of domestic water charges as part of Ireland's austerity measures.
The Fine Gael-Labour coalition has faced major protests over the issue. Environment Minister Alan Kelly has already announced that charges would be capped at €160 for single adult households and €260 for others.
The charges are due to come into effect in January, with the first bills to be issued in April.
An Garda Síochána have said they will seek to facilitate the protest. Those attending have been asked to use Merrion Square East as an approach route. A number of roads will be closed to traffic including Kildare Street and Molesworth Street. Local access to these streets will be maintained in order to facilitate businesses residents in the areas. Parking restrictions will be in place in Merrion Square from early morning.
"Gardaí urge all involved in the protest to do so peacefully, to follow the guidance of stewards and Gardaí," a statement said. "The safety of everyone involved should remain a priority and we acknowledge the co-operation and assistance of the organisers."
(IT/JP)
Traffic restrictions have been announced in the city centre ahead of the demonstration, with protestors expected to arrive from across the country including Cork, Waterford, Galway and Limerick.
The protests have been organised following widespread anger at the introduction of domestic water charges as part of Ireland's austerity measures.
The Fine Gael-Labour coalition has faced major protests over the issue. Environment Minister Alan Kelly has already announced that charges would be capped at €160 for single adult households and €260 for others.
The charges are due to come into effect in January, with the first bills to be issued in April.
An Garda Síochána have said they will seek to facilitate the protest. Those attending have been asked to use Merrion Square East as an approach route. A number of roads will be closed to traffic including Kildare Street and Molesworth Street. Local access to these streets will be maintained in order to facilitate businesses residents in the areas. Parking restrictions will be in place in Merrion Square from early morning.
"Gardaí urge all involved in the protest to do so peacefully, to follow the guidance of stewards and Gardaí," a statement said. "The safety of everyone involved should remain a priority and we acknowledge the co-operation and assistance of the organisers."
(IT/JP)
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