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Dublin councillor Gavin Pepper appeared on Fox News, telling Americans not to visit Ireland.

The Tourism Minister doesn’t believe comments made on US television claiming Ireland is unsafe will damage the country’s tourism industry.

Independent Dublin City Councillor Gavin Pepper appeared on Fox News, urging Americans not to visit Ireland, claiming the country is no longer safe.

A clip of the interview has since been viewed more than a million times on social media.

Minister Peter Burke, says he doesn’t believe the remarks will put American tourists off visiting Ireland:

Midlands Hospital Warns Of Increased Admissions

Staff and management at Regional Hospital Mullingar are apologising for any inconvenience caused.
Westmeath Swimming Pool Announces Temporary Closure For Repairs

Mullingar Swimming Pool will temporarily close next Monday until Friday.
Visual Art Exhibition ‘12’ To Feature At Electric Picnic

"12" explores addiction, recovery, and the possibility of a hopeful future.
Midlands Live Register Figures On The Rise

11,113 people in the Midlands were on the Live Register last month.
Lifeguard Appreciation Day Celebrated In Westmeath

The event took place on the August Bank Holiday weekend.
New Self-Guided Walking Routes Launched In Laois

The Durrow Digital Trails were recently launched.
Westmeath Town Responsible For Over 50% Of Cash Access Reports

82 out of the 141 cash access reports so far under Central Bank's reporting system come from Moate.
Councillor Says Questions Remain Over Failed Westmeath Accommodation Centre

Works to return the Lissywollen site in Athlone to its original state are being planned.

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