Counter-protest staged as anti-immigration demonstrators gather in Dublin

Rebecca Black, PA

Demonstrators gathered in Dublin for a protest over immigration on Monday.

Crowds gathered at the Garden of Remembrance in Dublin city centre before proceeding along O’Connell Street.

There was a strong Garda presence in the area during the demonstration.

Actor Liam Cunningham was among those who took part in the United Against Racism counter-protest outside the GPO. Photo: Collins

Many protesters held Irish flags and placards bearing messages such as “Irish Lives Matter” and “Coolock Says No”.

Protesters also engaged in a number of chants, including “get them out”.

Meanwhile, a counter-protest took place outside the GPO on O’Connell Street where people held banners which read: “Unite against racism. Refugees welcome.”