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Politicians to get €5,000 for extra security

TDs and senators will be able to claim up to €5,000 towards the cost of CCTV and alarms if they want to increase their security. The Department of Public Expenditure has sanctioned the spending following consultations with TDs and senators. People Before Profit TD Gino Kenny was the victim to online abuse and intimidation and joined Kieran to discuss his experience.

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15.19 21 Apr 2023


Politicians to get €5,000 for extra security


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TDs and senators will be able to claim up to €5,000 towards the cost of CCTV and alarms if they want to increase their security. The Department of Public Expenditure has sanctioned the spending following consultations with TDs and senators. People Before Profit TD Gino Kenny was the victim to online abuse and intimidation and joined Kieran to discuss his experience.


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