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Taoiseach Hits Out At Suspected Arson Attack on Vacant Property In Newtown

The Taoiseach has hit out after an alleged arson attack at a North Wicklow building earmarked to house asylum seekers.

Gardaí are continuing to investigate the fire at Trudder House in Newtownmountkennedy on Saturday.

Wicklow Taoiseach Simon Harris says he's concerned by any fires at such buildings.

The Department of Integration had not finalised plans to locate up to 20 eight-person tents on the site.

Protests have been taking place there in recent days.

 

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