The rise in serious incidents of violent crime in Monaghan must act as a clarion call for action around tougher measures to combat it.
That's according to Aontú rep for Monaghan, Olivia Larkin.
The local rep says the last few weeks alone have seen a spike in very serious incidents.
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She believes people who are assaulting Gardai and engaging in anti-social behaviour must face serious consequences.
Ms Larkin believes that there is far too much leniency around this issue, and it appears this Government is unable to take the matter in hand and is out of solutions.
Oliva Larkin has been speaking with Jodie Curran.
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