Security at Leinster House is to be kept under review in the face of aggressive protests towards TDs and senators.
Yesterday, demonstrators heckled people coming in and out of the building, while wheeling a gallows to the gates of the Dáil.
Pictures of a number of politicians, including Leo Varadkar and Mary Lou McDonald, were placed on the gallows.
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said while people have a right to protest, security must also be prioritised.
He says security at Leinster House is lighter than other parliaments:
"The approach is there because we want our Parliament's to be an open place and we want people to be able to come and meet our TDs and Senators, but it is really important that elected reps and their staff are safe. And I would think it appropriate that security is reviewed on ongoing basis."
