Threat level posed by violent extremists is now ‘substantial’

 

The threat level posed by violent extremists has been increased from ‘moderate’ to ‘substantial’ – meaning an attack is now likely.

The Sunday Times reports Garda Commissioner Drew Harris informed the Justice Minister of the move in a private letter.

It’s thought Garda HQ now considers far-right extremism to pose a more serious threat than international jihadist terrorism and violent dissident Republicanism.

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