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THE LAUNCH of Libertas’ European election campaign for the Dublin constituency was hit last night by a row with trade union Siptu over its refusal to allow the use of Liberty Hall, its headquarters, for the announcement.

Libertas said yesterday it had booked a room in Liberty Hall five weeks ago for the launch of the campaign of its Dublin candidate, Caroline Simons.