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Roscommon senator says social media rules protect abusers over victims

Sep 27, 2025 09:07
By Shannonside News
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Roscommon senator says social media rules protect abusers over victims

Castlerea's Gareth Scahill is hitting out at threats being made online towards politicians' families and friends.

A Roscommon senator says social media policies are protecting abusers more than victims.

Castlerea's Gareth Scahill is hitting out at threats being made online towards politicians' families and friends.

The Fine Gael politician says there were several false stories and misinformation over the summer.

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Senator Scahill says he wants a debate on the topic in the Seanad - with social media companies involved.

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