Aontú condemns ‘targeted’ poster attack

The pro-life party Aontú have condemned the theft and vandalism of local election posters which they say are aimed at destabilising the success of their running candidates. Cathaoirleach of the party, Pádraig Ó hÉacháin, told this newspaper that many posters have been stolen and defaced in the Wexford area in the hopes of affecting the election outcome.

“As of today, we really think it is a targeted campaign against us. And it’s quite a concerted campaign against us. From our point of view, it’s very annoying – we’re new entrants to local politics, a lot of people don’t even know we exist, so we’re depending on the posters to build a bit of awareness about ourselves.

“All we have is that and social media,” Mr Ó hÉacháin said.

He added that such illegal activities are also an attack on democracy itself.

“We’re putting ourselves forward with our own policies and our agenda, and we’re seeking a mandate based on that, what they’re trying to do is prevent us from reaching people. It’s sad really.”