State ‘is not doing enough for terror attack victims’

Support group calls for specialist organisation for Irish citizens affected by terrorism

Mon, Aug 28, 2017, 21:15

Conor Gallagher

Flowers and candles are placed in tribute to victims of the recent terrorist attack in Las Ramblas, Barcelona, Spain. Photograph: Alejandro Garcia/EPA

Flowers and candles are placed in tribute to victims of the recent terrorist attack in Las Ramblas, Barcelona, Spain. Photograph: Alejandro Garcia/EPA

The State is not doing enough to support Irish citizens who are caught up in terrorist attacks, a victim support group has said.

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