A drastic surge in the illegal use of fireworks in Clondalkin has left the area 'in a state of lawlessness'. Andrea was joined by Mark Ward, Sinn Féin TD for Dublin Mid-West, Jamie O’Toole – a firework survivor and Christy a retired Garda Sergeant & Liaison Officer to discuss the dangers of fireworks.

Photograph: @gardainfo

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