Gardaí fear ‘attack a strong possibility’ ahead of EU leaders’ visit next month

Security operation will see all garda leave cancelled between November 10 and 14, but frontline officers are considering work-to-rule

Gardaí fear an attack is a “strong possibility” at two major international summits in Dublin next month, according to a threat assessment that classified the risk level as “substantial”.

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Extra: David Walliams: Inside the allegations shaking British TV

For years, David Walliams was one of Britain’s most recognisable entertainers – a bestselling children’s author, a TV star and a household name.But, today, the comedian has been publicly identified as the celebrity who sought a court injunction to prevent his name being linked to allegations of sexual misconduct.As investigations by The Guardian and ITV News detail claims from several women spanning two decades, Walliams strongly denies wrongdoing and insists he is not a sexual predator.So why did he fight so hard to keep his identity secret, and what happens now that the allegations are in the public domain?Today, on this extra episode of the Indo Daily, Kevin Doyle is joined by Enda Brady, TRT world presenter, to examine David Walliams’ legal battle, the claims against him, his response, and the potentially devastating impact on his career.

Scarlett Faulkner murder trial: The evidence, the witnesses and the alleged motive

The trial of two women accused of the murder of Scarlett Faulkner has heard detailed evidence from eyewitnesses, family members and emergency responders about the events leading up to her death. Jurors have been told of alleged threats, a search for Ms Faulkner and the violent incident at Birdhill, Co Tipperary, in March. The prosecution says the attack was motivated by a relationship involving the former partner of one of the accused, a claim that remains contested. As the case enters its third week, the court continues to hear testimony about the moments before, during and after the fatal assault. What evidence has emerged so far, and what are the key questions facing the jury? Today on the Indo Daily, Fionnán Sheahan is joined by court reporter with Ireland International, Eoin Reynolds, to examine the evidence presented so far in the Scarlett Faulkner murder trial.The Indo Daily is part of the Trust Project. See our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalism