466 gardai have been injured after being physically attacked on duty over the past two years.
466 gardai have been injured after being physically attacked on duty over the past two years.
There were 223 assaults in 2020 - rising to 243 last year.
Three gardai got serious head injuries in 2021, while others received fractures, dislocations and open wounds.
Dave Conroy, from the Garda Representative Association, says some officers have to retire due to assaults.
West Wicklow To Receive Major Fire Service Investment Under National Capital Programme
Wicklow to benefit from national investment with two new stations and upgraded equipment to boost emergency response times
Tánaiste Announces €40 Million Investment For Blessington Housing Development
The project will deliver 106 new social homes for families and individuals in West Wicklow.
Major Easter Rail Works Set to Disrupt Wicklow Commuters
Commuters travelling between Wicklow and Dublin are being warned of significant disruption to rail services over the Easter weekend.
Wicklow GAA Under Fire After ‘deeply disrespectful’ April Fools’ Post
'There is nothing funny about equality in sport. Nothing. This kind of messaging only reinforces the very attitudes we are working so hard to change.' Leane Lifely, Wicklow Camogie County Chairperson
Knockananna's Sarah Murray Takes First Dates Ireland By Storm
Wicklow woman Sarah wows the crowd as she prepares for her appearance on First Dates Ireland
8:00pm - 10:00pm
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