Paul Whelan (39) is granted bail but ordered to stay away from all government buildings
A man arrested for scaling the railings at Leinster House in an alleged attempt to remove the Palestinian flag has been granted bail but ordered to stay away from all government buildings.Gardaí and Oireachtas security personnel observed a man climbing the fence and then trying to make his way across the Leinster House lawn to where the newly hoisted flag, marking Ireland’s official recognition of the state of Palestine, had been placed.
He had no objection to bail if the accused agreed to obey conditions, including a restriction on him going to all government buildings. Judge Cronin inquired whether he needed to attend any government building, and the solicitor informed the court: “He does, the social welfare office.” Judge Cronin explained she had asked that question to ensure the accused would not be in technical breach of bail.
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