Multiple bomb threats made against Simon Harris’s home

By Gráinne Ní Aodha, PA

Multiple bomb threats have been made in relation to the home of Tánaiste Simon Harris, it is understood.

A spokesman for An Garda Síochána said they were investigating the matter.

It is understood Mr Harris is not at home and that the Garda Dog Unit is at the scene.

It is the third threat against Mr Harris, Ireland’s minister for foreign affairs, trade and defence, in just over a week.

Mr Harris said on Saturday a “vile” threat was made against a close family member.

It comes after a woman was arrested and released from garda custody during the week after a threat was made against Mr Harris’s children.

Mr Harris said in a statement on Saturday that the threats made against him and his family had “a very apparent motivation” which was to “intimidate me out of public office”.

“It is me today but it will be someone else tomorrow,” he said.

He said he would consult with his Fine Gael and government colleagues about online threats and intimidation.

“Someone has to call a halt. Protecting my family will remain my number one priority. I will be guided by them on the next steps.”

Mr Harris has also received threats before, including through social media and a phoned bomb threat.

Protests have also been held outside his home, where his wife and children live.