Gardaí to increase patrols at Irish Jewish centres and events

By Bairbre Holmes, Press Association

Gardaí have said they are increasing patrols at centres and events for the Irish Jewish community, following the terror attack at Bondi Beach in Sydney.

In a statement on Sunday afternoon, the Irish police force said liaison inspectors have been appointed to ensure the force “continues its ongoing engagement with the Jewish community to provide them with reassurance and support”.

Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly is scheduled to speak to the Chief Rabbi of Ireland Yoni Wieder, later on Sunday to express his sympathies to the Irish Jewish community and speak about these measures.