Ireland: Anti-mask protesters block road in Dublin October 3

Event

Grafton Street in Dublin was blocked on Saturday, October 3, as demonstrators held an anti-mask sit-in protest. The protest commenced at Custom House Quay, North Dock, before concluding at Grafton Street, where the crowd blocked the road at the intersection with South Anne Street and Harry Street. A heavy security presence accompanied the protest and it was eventually dispersed without incident, according to a spokesperson for the An Garda Síochána national police service.

Further protests over the issue are possible in the near term and any demonstrations are likely to be accompanied by a heightened security presence and localized transport disruptions.

Advice

Those in Dublin are advised to monitor the situation, avoid associated demonstrations, and heed instructions issued by local authorities.