Thousands of people are participating in a march in support of diversity and opposition to racism.
The 'Ireland for All' solidarity march in Dublin was organised by a coalition that includes community groups, trade unions and political parties.
Supporters assembled in Parnell Square for 1.30pm and are marching to the Customs House where there will be a rally with music and speakers. An additional 'Refugees are Welcome' rally organised by the Sligo-Leitrim labour party was due to begin in Sligo at 2pm. The marches come amid rising numbers of anti-refugee and asylum seeker protests around the country in recent weeks.
Over 70,000 Ukrainian refugees arrived into the country last year, and the state has struggled to provide housing for both these new arrivals and international protection applicants from elsewhere.
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