One man has been arrested by Gardai as protesters fill the streets in Dublin this Saturday in a demonstration against the Government's current health guidelines.
Thousands of anti-mask protesters are in the middle of a stand-off with Gardai as round two of protests that brought Dublin City to a standstill last Saturday take place again today.
More trouble and possible violence was feared for Dublin city this weekend as the repeat 'anti-mask' protest went ahead kicking off at 2pm.
A swarm of far right anti-maskers were met by an army of Gardai outside the Dail as the vexed protesters were halted by the officers when both clashed.
The marchers made their way through the city centre with Irish flags and banners expressing their anger about current health restrictions and rules in the capital.
Under Level 3 Lockdown restrictions, it is a criminal offence to hold an outdoor event with more than 15 people - making this the second time that these groups have broken those rules.
Detectives have made significant progress into their investigations of these protests and have already identified several suspected organisers of the large gathering.
A Garda spokeswoman told Dublin Live: "Gardaí in Pearse Street are currently at a scene at Kildare Street and Molesworth Street regarding a protest today.
"One man in his 30s has been arrested for Public Order offence and is currently in Pearse Street Garda Station."
She added: "No further details at this time. Gardaí remain at the scene."
