The threat of Islamist terrorism and actions taken by 'lone wolves'
About this episode
The episode discusses the threat of Islamist terrorism and the actions of lone wolves, highlighting concerns raised by Ireland's security watchdog and the need for legislative amendments.
The threat of Islamist terrorism and actions taken by 'lone wolves' is of significant concern, Ireland's security watchdog has warned. The new report also highlights the dangers of extreme right and extreme left-wing terrorism. The legislation designed to give Ireland’s investigative and security agencies the powers to minimise those threats he described as being weak and outdated. So, what amendments do we need to make? Cormac O'Keefe, security Correspondent with the Irish Examiner joined us on the show to discuss.
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